Sunstroke

(When the body accumulates heat, but sweat does not evaporate; the face at first becomes white, then
red, and the temperature rises abnormally, and the patient is suddenly unconscious, the symptoms
denote sunstroke/heatstroke. One must apply ice or cold water to the head; the patient should have
complete rest in bed for a few days.)
Causes:
a) It may be caused by prolonged exposure to intensely hot sun.
b) It may be caused by exposure to great heat combined with humidity of the atmosphere. When the air
is hot and moist, sweat may remain in droplets upon the skin.
c) If there is no intake of water in spite of heated room.
Symptoms:
a) Dizziness
b) Sudden unconsciousness
c) Face first appears white, then red
d) Fever abnormally high
e) Head and feet feel cold on touching
Remedies:
Natrum Mur 6x: It is the principal Bio-chemic remedy and should be given every hour in
alternation with Ferrum Phos 6x till the fever subsides. It would regulate distribution of moisture,
reduce inflammatory symptoms, and will help respiration. It would affect a speedy cure.
Subsequently, Kali Phos 6x should be given every two hours.
Suggestions:
a) Place the person in a shade.
b) Remove some of the clothings.
c) Apply ice or cold water to the head, and also to the body.
d) Rub the skin vigorously.
e) Complete rest for some days should be given