Would you say that the 2017 summer is the worst that you are experiencing? Or was it 2016 that was bad or 2014? It is hard to tell because summer in India has never been easy! It’s not just the roasting heat that is the problem but a series of health conditions that interrupts life on a daily basis or on a long term.

The most common ones are dehydration, skin damage and heat stroke. Some people get affected directly by the heat with a heat stroke while some others get viral fevers. Are you aware of the other set of illnesses that individuals are prone to

So here is a set of common summer ailments that you should be aware for an uninterrupted life –

1. Prickly heat/ Rashes –A rash that is common among children and adults who sweat a lot. It is caused by sweat glands blockage and occurs when the humidity and heat are at their peak. People with prickly heat will suffer from skin irritation and the urge to scratch the infected area thereby causing damage to the skin. You can treat this by using talcum powder prescribed by your doctor.

 

2. Food poisoning – We are not the only victim of this scorching sun; food gets affected by it too! Foods that are kept in the open-air for a long time will spoil. Eating that stale food will upset your stomach resulting in vomiting and diarrhea. Always watch out for what you eat & drink because contaminated water and half-cooked or spoilt food might contain bacteria.

 

3. UTI – Another most common yet painful disease prevalent among children and women. People experiencing urinary tract infection go through moderate to severe pain while passing urine, back ache and discomfort. You can escape this one by using clean latrines and keeping yourself as hydrated as possible.

 

Some severe sicknesses:

1. Viral diseases like – Mumps, Jaundice, Chicken pox and Measles –
These are the more serious viral infections that occur commonly during summer. Most individuals are given a vaccination for these diseases at different stages of their childhood. Consult your doctor immediately if you haven’t been given these shots.

 

2. Bacterial infection like Typhoid –
Another life-threatening disease whose symptoms include, high fever, fatigue, weight loss, loss of appetite and long term complications. Although there are vaccines available for this disease, you do not want to risk contracting it – so make sure you eat food and drink water from trusted sources.

 

Reference:

http://www.onlymyhealth.com/common-diseases-in-summer-1339091062