Be a Heatstroke Hero: Spot the Signs

Spot the Signs before it's to late

1. **Dizziness**: This occurs when the body's temperature regulation fails, leading to decreased blood flow to the brain. The body's attempt to cool down can cause a drop in blood pressure, resulting in dizziness and fainting.

2. **Headache**: Heatstroke can cause headaches due to dehydration and the body's inability to regulate temperature, which can lead to swelling in the brain.

3. **Muscle cramps or weakness**: These are a result of electrolyte imbalances and dehydration. Excessive sweating during heatstroke depletes the body of essential salts and minerals, leading to cramps and overall muscle weakness.

4. **Rapid breathing or heart rate**: The body tries to cool itself down by increasing the heart rate and breathing rate to deliver more blood to the skin surface and expel heat through the lungs.

5. **Chills (in some cases)**: Despite the high body temperature, some individuals may experience chills. This paradoxical symptom occurs due to the body's thermoregulatory mechanisms being overwhelmed and failing to function properly.

These symptoms indicate a severe medical condition that requires immediate attention to prevent serious complications or death.

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