if you are a mother How would you describe summer as a time when your children stay home during break They have homework to complete. But let’s get started. They spend most of the day playing, especially outside. and after sweating a lot They expect you to give them a bowl of ice cream or cold drink. But summer isn’t just about playing, relaxing and eating. Summer health problems in children may be common. So, learn about them and don’t let them ruin your or your child’s summer.
Health Shots connects with Dr. Jesal Sheth, Senior Consultant – Pediatrics, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Maharashtra and Dr. Amit Gupta, Consultant Pediatrics, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad to discuss summer health issues for kids..
Summer Health Problems Children Can Face
Summer brings heat, and children are more likely to eat out, eat cold food, turn on the air conditioner, or play outside. As a result, children may face the following health problems:
1. Heat Stroke
If your child is exposed to high temperatures for a long time Your little one may have heat strokes. Dr. Gupta said It generally occurs when the ambient temperature is greater than 40 °C and heat is absorbed by the surface. How do you know if your child has heat stroke? If your baby is very warm to the touch, or has a high fever or dry tongue, your baby may eventually pass out.
2. Sunburn
Kids love to play outside if they’re not addicted to their phones. Playing for hours outdoors means exposing your skin to direct sunlight for long periods of time. The skin becomes red and discolored due to the harmful sunlight when sunburned.
3. Bacterial Growth
Bacterial growth is particularly high during high temperatures and humidity in the summer, Dr. Gupta said, which is why there are more cases associated with food-borne and water-borne diseases. Food will stink and toxins will be released, leading to food poisoning. due to excessive bacterial growth It can lead to diseases like gastroenteritis, hepatitis A or typhoid.
4. Dehydration
When children play outside, they don’t think about the heat. They were so engrossed in the game that they did not rest and drink water. This can lead to dehydration, so watch out for the signs of dehydration in your child.
5. Insect bites
Mosquitoes and bugs love summer as much as your kids. Evidence can be seen in the form of insect bites on your child’s body.
Tips to Make Sure Kids Don’t Get Sick in the Summer
Dr Cheth said that children who use their phones and play or go out a lot. will be more risky But does that mean you should stop them from playing outside in the summer?
Here’s what you can do to protect your kids during the summer –
• Give your child plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Carry water or coconut water or homemade juice if you’re out with the kids.
• Have your child wear clothes full of sleeves. But make sure it’s cotton.
• Avoid giving your child unhealthy and undercooked food.
• Maintain hygiene by having your child wash their hands regularly. and keep the house clean.
• Always let your child drink boiled water.
• Keep your child away from places with lots of plants that attract bees and insects.
• Apply insect repellant before sending your child out to play.
