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What Causes Dizziness, Slurred Speech And Confusion After Being Exposed To Heat?

A male friend who is 63 years old, spends his time pruning trees, bending his back and working in the horrible Arizona heat for 7 - 10 hours each day. He owns a store and likes to keep the outside looking immaculate. He sweats extensively and does not eat any salt in his food. Everything is farm fresh and nothing canned or processed that would have salt in it. He is running on NO SALT. By the end of the day, he is dizzy, slurred speech and a bit confused.
Mon, 15 Jul 2019
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Hello,

I am of the opinion that since your friend has been working continuously it can lead to fatigue.
He can opt for over the counter oral rehydration salts example (Trioral pal rehydration salt) that needs to be mixed with required quantity of water and had. In between the work hours he can take regular breaks and take rest.
Also incorporating fresh fruits and salads with a little salt sprinkled on it will help him a lot.
The minimum water intake should be at least 2 litres per day which should be maintained.
Working for long hours in the Arizona heat without regular replenishment of resources to the body is not advisable as it can lead to long term harmful effects like stroke.
The fact that the person is having slurred speech is not a good sign showing inactivity of the brain by the end of the day.
If you notice slurred speech more often kindly consult a neurologist for further evaluation.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Riyanka Chail, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Dizziness, Slurred Speech And Confusion After Being Exposed To Heat?

Hello, I am of the opinion that since your friend has been working continuously it can lead to fatigue. He can opt for over the counter oral rehydration salts example (Trioral pal rehydration salt) that needs to be mixed with required quantity of water and had. In between the work hours he can take regular breaks and take rest. Also incorporating fresh fruits and salads with a little salt sprinkled on it will help him a lot. The minimum water intake should be at least 2 litres per day which should be maintained. Working for long hours in the Arizona heat without regular replenishment of resources to the body is not advisable as it can lead to long term harmful effects like stroke. The fact that the person is having slurred speech is not a good sign showing inactivity of the brain by the end of the day. If you notice slurred speech more often kindly consult a neurologist for further evaluation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Riyanka Chail, General & Family Physician