Heatstroke: Heat stroke is dangerous for children, recognize the symptoms of dehydration in summer!

As the summer season approaches, heat waves also increase. In such weather, it is important to take special care of children, because their delicate health can get affected quickly. 

As the summer season approaches, heat waves also increase. In such weather, it is important to take special care of children, because their delicate health can get affected quickly. Dehydration i.e. lack of water in the body due to heat waves is a common problem in children.

The problem is that many times children do not feel thirsty, or they are not able to tell. In such a situation, parents need to recognize the symptoms of dehydration in children, so that their condition can be saved from worsening by giving them water in time or taking medical advice.

Some early symptoms of dehydration in children during heat wave

- less number of wet diapers in infants and dark yellow color of urine in older children can be signs of dehydration.

The dry mouth of the child or repeatedly sticking out the tongue are symptoms of dehydration.

Feeling extremely tired or looking weak without any reason can also be a sign of dehydration.

Dehydration can cause headaches and dizziness in children after playing in the hot sun or staying outside for a long time.

A decrease in tears or lack of crying in small children can also be a symptom of dehydration.

Symptoms of excessive dehydration

– Sunken eyes of children and lack of shine in them can be a sign of severe dehydration.

- Pinching of the skin. Pinch the skin lightly and release it. If there is a delay in the skin coming back then it is a sign of dehydration.

- High fever without any apparent reason can be a symptom of severe dehydration.

Ways to protect children from heat stroke

- Keep giving water to children frequently, even if they do not feel thirsty.

- Always keep a water bottle with you while leaving home.

- Wear loose and cotton clothes.

- Avoid going out in strong sunlight.

- Make children consume cold fruits and liquids.

Disclaimer: Dear reader, thank you for reading our news. This news has been written only to make you aware. We have taken the help of home remedies and general information in writing this. If you read anything related to your health anywhere, definitely consult a doctor before adopting it.