The habit of turning on hot and cold containers while bathing has become familiar to many families, but according to indianexpress health experts, this is not necessarily an absolute safe choice.
Dr. Sanjay Bhat, an intervention cardiologist at Aster CMI Hospital (India), said that most modern hot water bottles are equipped with safety features such as automatic shut-off, temperature regulation and insulation.
However, in the case of old wires, poor grounding systems or damaged bottles, the risk of electric shock can still occur.
Just a small leak in a humid environment like a bathroom can endanger your life, Mr. Sanjay Bhat emphasized.
In addition to electrical short circuit, users also face the risk of water being too hot if the temperature controller is broken.
Sudden exposure to high- Temperature water can cause burns, dizziness, low blood pressure, and even fainting, which is especially dangerous for the elderly, children, and cardiovascular patients.
According to Dr. Bhat, the safest solution is to turn on the bottle to heat the water, then turn off the power before bathing.
At the same time, regular maintenance of the waterproofing, electrical wiring inspection, use of a grounding system and avoid touching directly on a metal chute or switch with a wet hand are also principles that need to be followed.
Not only safety issues, dermatologists and natural medicine also give advice about the benefits of hot and cold showers.
Dr. Vandana punjabi ( Nanavati Max Hospital, Mumbai) said that hot showers help dilate blood vessels, increase blood circulation, reduce muscle tension and calm the respiratory tract.
However, bathing in water that is too hot can dry the skin and make diseases such as eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis worse.
Meanwhile, taking a cold shower brings alertness, supports muscle recovery after strenuous exercise, and is beneficial for people with high blood pressure or diabetes.
Dr. Santosh Pandey (Rejua Energy Center, Mumbai) added that cold water also helps soothe the skin, reduce inflammation and limit acne.
Experts recommend that choosing to take a hot or cold bath should depend on your personal health.
But above all, ensuring safety when using hot water bottles is something that cannot be ignored, to avoid unfortunate accidents in daily life.
