HEALTH CARE IN HOT HYDERABAD

MMMMMMMMMMMMMM, SUMMER IS ON PEAKS IN HYDERABAD,  TEMPERATURES ARE CROSSING 40 DEGREES DAY BY DAY, EVEN MID NIGHTS ARE HOT. 

I AM NOT GOING TO DISCUSS ABOUT THE REASONS OF TEMP RISE(AS I AM NOT A WEATHER REPORTER, NOT EVEN A SOCIAL ACTIVIST),

BUT YES, I CARE FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, LETS FIND SOME SOLUTIONS TO PROTECT OURSELVES FROM HEAT.

FIRST THINGS FIRST, LES KNOW WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE DANGERS FROM SUMMER HEAT..........................?

•     The strength of the body will be lost during this period. People feel tired and exhausted during the season due to extensive heat rays of the sun, the watery portion of the body of people will become dry.

• SUN BURN: A sunburn occurs when skin tissue is damaged due to prolonged exposure to UV radiation (not heat) from the sun. UV light is classified intro three energies based on wavelength: UVA, UVB and UVC. UVB and, to a lesser degree, UVA, are thought to contribute to sunburns and can also contribute to skin cancer.

•  Heat stroke: Heat stroke is a form of hyperthermia (an abnormally elevated body temperature). Although many people may often feel faint or sick during heat waves, true heat stroke is a medical emergency and can be fatal. Classic signs of heat stroke include extremely high core body temperature of up to 106F; hot, red, dry skin; a rapid pulse; rapid breathing; headache; confusion; and possible loss of consciousness

SO LETS KNOW HOW TO AVOID THESE, IT WILL BE EVEN BETTER IF YOU KNOW HOW TO TREAT THESE PROBLEMS,

SUNBURN

Prevent it

1. Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when UV light is most intense
2. Wear generous amounts of sunblock that is anti-UVA/UVB 
3. Wear hats and other clothing as often as possible.

Treat it

With regard to the treatment of sunburns, potential remedies include cold compresses; a cool bath; mild, fragrance-free moisturizers; aloe-based moisturizers; silver sulfadiazine (1% cream).

HEAT STROKE

Prevent it

• Plan your activity around the weather (read: check local weather reports prior to leaving the house);
• Drink lots of water well before and during activity;
• Wear light-colored, loose-fitted clothing;
• Avoid exercise, coffee and alcohol in extreme heat.
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Treat it

• Call AMBULANCE immediately;
• In the meantime, attempt to cool the victim by moving them into the shade, removing clothing, applying cool or tepid water to the skin, fanning them, and by placing ice packs under the armpits and groin;
• Rehydrate the victim with water or preferably a sports drink;
• If the afflicted begins shivering, slow down the cooling process (shivering will increase core temperature).

Thankfully, you can avoid many of these seasonal hazards by following THESE TIPS.

shoulder pain in diabetic patients

The prevalence of shoulder pain in people with diabetes is at least twice as high compared with people who do not have diabetes.

Diabetes is known to affect the shoulder in several ways. Frozen shoulder seems to be the commonest - with up to 20% of diabetic patients developing it at some time or other.


There are many ways that diabetes can affect the muscles and joints. Sugar sticks to the collagen in cells and affects its ability to function. Diabetes can damage blood vessels and a poor blood supply results in scarring and damage in the body's elastic tissues


Shoulder pain is an extremely common complaint, and there are many common causes of this problem. It is important to make an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your symptoms so that appropriate treatment can be directed at the cause.

What are the best treatments for shoulder pain?

The treatment of shoulder pain depends entirely on the cause of the problem. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you understand the cause of your symptoms before embarking on a treatment program. If you are unsure of your diagnosis, or the severity of your condition, you should seek medical advice before beginning any treatment.

Not all treatments listed here are appropriate for every condition, but may be helpful in your situation.

• Rest: The first treatment for many common conditions that cause shoulder pain is to rest the joint, and allow the acute inflammation to subside. It is important, however, to use caution when resting the joint, because prolonged immobilization can cause a frozen shoulder.
• Ice and Heat Application: Ice packs and heat pads are among the most commonly used treatments for shoulder pain. using both alternatively can be more effective.
• Stretching: Stretching the muscles and tendons that surround the joint can help with some causes of shoulder pain. A good physiotherapist can guide you for effective stretch.
• Physical Therapy: Physical therapy is an important aspect of treatment of almost all orthopedic conditions. Physical therapists use different modalities to increase strength, regain mobility, and help return patients to their pre-injury level of activity.
  Some specific exercises may help you strengthen the muscles around the joint and relieve some of the pain associated with many conditions.
• Anti-Inflammatory Medication: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain medications, commonly referred to as NSAIDs, are some of the most commonly prescribed medications, especially for patients with shoulder pain caused by problems such as arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis.
• Cortisone injections: Cortisone is a powerful medication that treats inflammation, and inflammation is a common problem in patients with shoulder pain. Discuss with your doctor the possible benefits of a cortisone injection for your shoulder pain condition.