Heat Stroke Symptoms
3. Difficulty Breathing
When you exercise, your breathing can become labored or rapid because your body is trying to replenish oxygen to your muscles. This is normal. When you are suffering from heat stroke, your lungs can suffer acute inflammation, which can lead to rapid, short breaths; this is not normal and can be life-threatening if left untreated. The difficulty breathing that occurs because of heat stroke is similar to rapid breathing brought about by hyperventilating, but it will likely not resolve on its own.
If you must work outside on hot days, pay close attention to your breathing. Work slowly and intelligently. If you do not have to work in the direct sunlight, then don’t. If you can hold off doing extreme labor, then wait for a cooler day or time. It is best to do outdoor activities in the early morning or late afternoon when the sun isn’t directly overhead.
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