Sun stroke home remedies

Home measures may help early, mild heat exhaustion, but they are not a substitute for emergency treatment when the person is confused, faint, very hot, or unable to drink. Heat stroke can affect the brain and other organs. A person who has weakness or numbness on one side, facial drooping, or unusual speech may be experiencing Stroke, which needs immediate assessment rather than home treatment.

Bring the person indoors or into shade, remove unnecessary layers, and cool the skin with a lukewarm-to-cool damp cloth, a cool shower if they are steady, or wrapped cool packs. Offer small, frequent sips of water or an oral rehydration drink when they are awake and swallowing normally. Rest until fully recovered and avoid strenuous activity and alcohol. Do not use ice directly on skin, force drinks, or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Call emergency services for confusion, collapse, seizure, severe drowsiness, breathing trouble, repeated vomiting, or worsening weakness. Arrange prompt medical review if symptoms persist after cooling, the person has heart or kidney disease, or regular medicines affect fluid balance. A GP Consultation can help review repeated heat reactions and prevention. Seek urgent help for new Numbness and Tingling with weakness or speech change.

Ask how much activity is sensible during recovery, whether your medicines alter heat tolerance, and what drinks are appropriate if you have diabetes, heart disease, or kidney concerns.