What to do if a pregnant woman has a heat stroke and headache

In the hot summer, many people will suffer from some health problems due to the high temperature, such as heat stroke, which is the first and most common problem. Some pregnant women with poor physical constitution are more likely to suffer from heatstroke in summer. After heat stroke, headache may occur as a complication. So, what should pregnant women do if they experience headaches after suffering from heatstroke? Let me introduce you to the relevant knowledge below!

1. Stay away from high temperatures

If a pregnant woman experiences symptoms such as headache, dizziness, chest tightness, etc. in a high temperature environment, these are signs of heat stroke. She should immediately leave the high temperature environment and lie down to rest in a well-ventilated and cool place. She should take off her outer clothes to dissipate heat while resting. At the same time, drink 3 spoons of light salt water and you will recover in a short time.

2. Taking medication

Pregnant women can take some anti-heat medicine to relieve the symptoms of heatstroke. For example, there are Huoxiang Zhengqi Water, Liuyi Powder, etc.

Huoxiang Zhengqi Water: It is a commonly used summer heat-relieving medicine. It is suitable for colds caused by exogenous wind-cold, internal injury of dampness or summer heat and dampness. Symptoms include headache, heaviness, chest tightness, abdominal distension and pain, vomiting and diarrhea. Pregnant women who suffer from heatstroke can take cooling medicine under the guidance of a doctor.

Liuyi Powder: It is a Chinese patent medicine that can treat fever, fatigue, thirst, diarrhea, and yellow and scanty urine caused by summer heat and dampness. Take 6 grams at a time, 1 to 2 times a day.

Reminder: There are many kinds of heat-relieving medicines, but some are not suitable for pregnant women. Therefore, expectant mothers must take them under the advice of a doctor and never take them on their own to avoid harming the fetus.

3. Diet therapy

In addition to taking medicine to reduce heat, pregnant women with heatstroke can also be treated through diet.

Suggestion: Eating watermelon and drinking mung bean soup are good for relieving heat. Brewing some honeysuckle tea or chrysanthemum tea at home can also help relieve heat and reduce body temperature. However, pregnant women should be aware that these cooling foods are mostly cool in nature and should be consumed in appropriate amounts to avoid symptoms such as diarrhea.

4. Seek medical attention immediately if heat stroke is severe

When a pregnant woman suffers from heat stroke and develops symptoms such as high fever, coma, and convulsions, it means she has severe heat stroke and should seek medical attention immediately or call an ambulance.

Reminder: On the way to the hospital or while waiting for the ambulance, pregnant women should lie on their side with their heads tilted back to ensure that their airways are open. If conditions permit, you can use a wet towel or 30-50% alcohol to wipe the pregnant woman's chest, back, etc.