As the our big spinning rock gets warmer and warmer, and temperatures drastically change we are all trying to find relief . Homeopathy has been used for years treating sun/heat stroke.

For those of you here on the Exchange that are unfamiliar with what that is, here is a very brief breakdown.

Heatstroke is a condition caused by your body overheating, usually as a result of prolonged exposure to or physical exertion in high temperatures. The condition is most common in the summer months.

Some of the causes include:

·        Exposure to a hot environment.  Being in a hot environment leads to a rise in core body temperature. This type of heatstroke typically occurs after exposure to hot, humid weather, especially for prolonged periods. It occurs most often in older adults and in people with chronic illness.

·        Strenuous activity. This form of heatstroke is caused by an increase in core body temperature brought on by intense physical activity in hot weather. Anyone exercising or working in hot weather can get exertional heatstroke, but it’s most likely to occur if you’re not used to high temperatures.

In either type of heatstroke, your condition can be brought on by:

·        Wearing excess clothing that prevents sweat from evaporating easily and cooling your body

·        Drinking alcohol, which can affect your body’s ability to regulate your temperature

·        Becoming dehydrated by not drinking enough water to replenish fluids lost through sweating

So how do we know this is happening either to us or someone close around us ?

Heatstroke signs and symptoms include:

·        High body temperature. A core body temperature of 104 F (40 C) or higher.

·        Altered mental state or behavior. Confusion, agitation, slurred speech, irritability, delirium, seizures and coma can all result from heatstroke.

·        Alteration in sweating and thirst. In heatstroke brought on by hot weather, your skin will feel hot and dry to the touch. However, in heatstroke brought on by exercise, your skin may feel dry or slightly moist. Your thirst may also change, you may feel less thirsty or VERY.

·        Nausea and vomiting. Feel sick to your stomach or vomit.

·        Flushed skin. Skin may turn red as your body temperature increases.

·        Rapid breathing. Breathing may become rapid and shallow.

·        Racing heart rate. Pulse may significantly increase because heat stress places a tremendous burden on your heart to help cool your body.

·        Headache. Throbbing, pounding headache, sudden onset.

How to chose a Homeopathic remedy for this ACUTE condition?

First you should ALWAYS consult your local Homeopath since homeopathy is very individual and we use specific questioning to find the custom remedy BUT these are some great remedies to have on hand:

GLONOINUM 30—Glonoinum is one of the top remedies for sunstroke where the patient has severe agonizing congestive headache with waves of terrible, pounding headache. Throbbing and bursting headache. Headache is better from sleep. Face becomes hot and red. Irritability and confusion of mind may be present.

VERATRUM ALB  30—Veratrum alb is another top remedy for sunstroke. The patient may faint or collapsed due to hot weather. The face is pale with profuse and clammy sweat. Extreme coldness , especially of hands and feet is also experienced. The skin is cold as death.

BELLADONNA 30—Belladonna is another remedy for sunstroke with vascular headache. Throbbing , hammering headache, especially on temples, worse motion, better letting hair down, laying the hand on head, bending head backwards. Face is bright red, galssy eyed and the pupils are dilated. The pulse is strong and fast. No thirst , but has a dry mouth. The skin is bright red, hot and dry. Sometimes the person may faint due to weakness

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