4 summer diseases that you should be careful of
1) Heatstroke
Due to the extremely hot weather This causes the body temperature to be higher than 40 degrees Celsius to the point where the body cannot adjust or control the heat level within the body.
Symptoms: body temperature, thirst, headache, dizziness, some people may go into shock to the point of losing consciousness.
How to prevent it: Drink 6-8 glasses of water per day, wear light-colored, breathable clothing.
2) Diarrhea
It is caused by eating food contaminated with viruses and bacteria. Including very hot weather It will cause the food to spoil quickly. Especially food with coconut milk Food such as papaya salad, various types of salad, and seafood
Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and loose diarrhea.
Prevention method: Eat clean and freshly cooked food, do not eat food that has been stored for a long time. Especially food that has a sour taste
3) Sunburn
Caused by the skin being burned by UV rays. Which causes the skin to burn, darken, and may be at risk of skin cancer.
Symptoms: Itchy skin, red and swollen skin, burning pain. Some people may even develop blisters on the skin.
How to prevent: Avoid being out in the sun for long periods of time, apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
4) Dengue fever
There are Aedes mosquitoes that carry disease. Because the weather in Thailand is quite hot and humid. May cause rain in some areas. and water stagnating in various containers which is a breeding ground for mosquitoes
Symptoms: Sudden high fever, aches and pains, red blood spots on the body.
Prevention methods: Sleep under a mosquito net, apply mosquito repellent, avoid living in damp corners, eliminate standing water sources.