Both winter and summer, it is very important for the elderly or middle-aged with medical problems, take the necessary precautions to cope with more stringent climate
Most people know the most common disorders that cause cold winter temperatures, such as influenza, colds or breathing difficulties because of the cold air. But winter can also cause other more serious problems such as hypothermia, body temperature is unusually low, below 35.5 degrees C (normal is 37 degrees C). Severe hypothermia can cause an irregular heartbeat, which can lead to heart failure and death.
Some of the symptoms caused by hypothermia are confusion, slow or irregular heartbeat, drowsiness, slowness and difficulty
This drop in body temperature, usually arise from the fact to keep still for long, without a corresponding coat, and a very cold place.
To reduce this disorder or any other that might be generated due to the very cold winter climates, it is important that whenever possible, stay indoors.
It is essential that, both inside and outside the home, remains quite warm, even using a hat to protect your head and ears. Additionally, you must keep your body perfectly dry, so if it gets wet, should change clothes immediately. Another weather, other problems
But of course that the physical ailments caused by the temperatures are not unique to cold climates. In the summer, very hot weather can also cause dangerous risk, such as hyperthermia. This term is used to describe various diseases that are related to heat, such as insolation or low pressure.
Some heat-related symptoms are nausea, dizziness, feeling weak, muscle cramps, pale skin, severe headaches and disorientation.
To reduce these disorders, or any other that might be generated due to very hot weather of summer, it is important that whenever possible, stay in rooms that have air conditioning. If not, can also serve the fans, when the days are not too wet.
It is also vital to drink plenty of fluids such as water or fruit juices, but avoid alcoholic beverages or having caffeine.
Inside the home, remember to always keep their rooms well ventilated with windows open but covered in the direct sunlight, wear comfortable walking and clothing, natural fabrics, and take many baths during the day followed.
