WHEN the weather is hot, of course we will feel hot and uncomfortable. In addition, in fact, hot weather can have a bad impact on heart health. How can hot weather affect heart health?
Cardiologist, dr. Bobby Arfhan Anwar, SpJP(K) explained the relationship between hot weather and its negative impacts on heart health. Reporting from Instagram @dr.bobbyjantung, dr. Bobby explained several relationships, as follows.
1. Hot weather causes dehydration.
Hot weather can make the body dehydrated faster, which can affect heart function. “When the body lacks fluids, the heart has to work harder to pump blood,” said Dr. Bobby.
2. Increase blood pressure.
Hot weather can cause high blood pressure. This is because the body has to work harder to pump blood and keep body temperature stable.
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3. Increases the risk of heart attack.
In addition, hot weather can also increase the risk of heart attacks. This is due to stress on the heart caused by dehydration and increased body temperature.
4. Not only heart attacks, hot weather can cause strokes.
Not only that, hot weather can also increase the risk of stroke. “Because high blood pressure and dehydration can cause blood vessels to rupture,” said Dr. Bobby.
Furthermore, Dr. Bobby recommends drinking enough water and avoiding outdoor activities for too long during hot weather. If necessary, you can also take medication regularly according to the doctor’s instructions and prescription. (M-4)
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