The weather is getting hotter, which also means we must pay more attention to preventing heat stroke. For pregnant women with \”Xiaozao\”, preventing heatstroke is particularly important.
How to prevent heat stroke during the dog days of summer for pregnant women
1. Pay attention to sun protection when going out
It is best to bring a straw hat or umbrella when going out to block direct sunlight. The best time to go is in the morning or evening when the sun is not strong, and try to avoid going out at noon.
2. Dress as loosely as possible. Pregnant women should wear loose and cool clothes. When you sweat for a long time, wet clothes and undershirts should be changed frequently to prevent the combination of moisture and heat.
3. Eat regularly, regularly and quantitatively. Dog days of summer are prone to loss of appetite and indigestion. It is best for pregnant women to eat regularly, at regular intervals, and to choose warm, light, and nutritious foods, such as porridge. You can also eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.
4. It is not advisable to be greedy for coldness. Do not lie down to cool down, let alone face the wind, and avoid direct blowing from fans and air conditioners.
5. Maintain a peaceful mind. As the saying goes, a calm mind naturally cools down. It is best for pregnant women to stay calm and avoid being impatient or excited, as impatience can easily cause heat.
6. A regular life. Life should be regular, go to bed early and get up early, and do some exercise after getting up in the morning, such as walking.
What to do if a pregnant woman suffers heat stroke
If you are worried about the impact of taking medicine on the fetus, you can choose to eat watermelon and mung bean soup. Honeysuckle tea and chrysanthemum tea can also clear away heat and relieve heat, but these cooling foods are mostly cold in nature and should be consumed in moderation to avoid diarrhea.
If you want to use it, you need to pay attention. Many antipyretics have strict requirements for pregnant women, and some are contraindicated by pregnant women. There are also some heat-clearing medicines that pregnant women can take, but they must be taken under the guidance of a doctor.
Some people think that traditional Chinese medicine has fewer side effects and is safer. In fact, due to the complex ingredients of some traditional Chinese medicines, self-medication by patients without a doctor\’s syndrome analysis may cause harm to the body.
Therefore, if pregnant women need to use antipyretics, it is best to use them under the guidance of a doctor.