On July 4, People's Hospital 115 informed the unit to receive 2 cases of patients from the 115 Emergency Center after participating in the race in Ho Chi Minh City on June 29.
The first case was a 34-year-old woman who was hospitalized due to fainting and convulsions in her limbs after running for about 4 km. The patient was diagnosed with electrolyte disorder after overtraining, and was actively received and monitored.
After receiving oxygen support, electrolyte compensation, close monitoring of the senses and vital signs, the patient's condition improved significantly. The patient was completely alert, good contact, stable vital signs, no more signs of seizures.
The second case is a 32-year-old man of Korean nationality, admitted to the hospital due to low blood pressure and respiratory failure, after running a distance of about 3 km. The patient was assigned to the Emergency Department to receive and support breathing with oxygen therapy, vein fluids, close monitoring and hemostasis.
At the same time, emergency tests were conducted and respiratory failure and heart damage due to increased heart enzymes after high-intensity exercise were diagnosed. The patient gradually improved, was alert, had good contact, vital signs gradually stabilized, and was indicated for clinical admission to the department for further treatment.
Doctor Nguyen Kim Long - Emergency Department, People's Hospital 115 recommends checking blood pressure, electrocardiogram (ECG), blood formula, electrolytes, liver and kidney function, and screening for related endoscopic medical history during high-intensity exercise.
In addition, before participating in running, you need to eat well, get enough sleep, supplement water and electrolytes appropriately, avoid drinking alcohol or using stimulants. Practice the habit of warming up properly, using the right shoes, do not participate if the body is sick, feels tired or is taking diuretic drugs.
Doctor Long recommends that sports are a companion for health, but only if you understand and listen to your body.
Check your health regularly, especially before high-intensity physical activities. If you have unusual signs such as fatigue, chest pain, dizziness, go to the nearest medical facility or immediately call emergency room 115.
