More than 10k heat related emergencies

Ahmedabad: Even before summer could set in properly, heat induced emergencies are on the rise in Gujarat. The state has reported more than 10,000 cases last month which mainly include abdominal pain, blood pressure issues and dehydration, says data of 108 emergency services.
This is an alarming situation for the state which has its maximum temperature hovering around 38 degree celsius.Cases might increase with rising temperature.
According to figures of heat-related emergency cases from March 20 to April 10, Gujarat has recorded 10,421 cases which include 2,382 cases of abdominal pain, 2,109 cases of fainting, 1,185 of chest pain, 1,103 of vomiting and 537 cases related to blood pressure issues. Apart from these, 88 cases of nosebleed have been reported across the state. In Ahmedabad, as many as 2,746 cases of heat-related emergencies were reported which include a maximum number of cases of fainting and abdominal pain. The city has on Monday recorded 38.4 degree celsius maximum temperature.
Experts believe that dehydration and low intake of water increases heat-related emergencies including unconsciousness, giddiness, nausea and blood pressure issues.
Dr Surabhi Leuva, a city-based physician, said that cases of dehydration, which cause several problems ranging from abdominal pain to low blood pressure, are on the rise.
"Dehydration causes abdominal pain, nausea, giddiness, weakness and unconsciousness. As perspiration increases in heat, the level of sodium in the body drops, leading to various complications," Leuva said.
City-based ENT specialist , Dr Jawahar Talsaniya said that cases of bleeding in nose canal are on increase, mainly among children.