New Delhi: Breathing in hot air can trigger summer asthma symptoms. Summer-causing asthma is an overlap of allergic and seasonal asthma, the season raises the chance of asthma by 23 per cent majorly due to the dryness in the environment. This gets worse in hot humid regions, given the moisture content that makes air resistant, grasping the allergens raising the risk for asthma patients.
Dr Pritha Hazra general practitioner in the Healthians’ Department of Wellness shared with News9, “Asthma, which is frequently overlooked and is under-treated, presents a health threat in the summer months when environmental factors can worsen respiratory issues. It is essential to identify the signs to lessen the impact of the condition and put effective and timely preventative measures in place. Asthma shows up with symptoms ranging from wheezing and coughing to severe difficulty breathing and tightness in the chest. If someone experiences coughing at night or during physical exertion, it is advisable to visit the doctor for assessment.”
“Similarly, one must not ignore persistent wheezing, shortness of breath or chest tightness as it indicates underlying asthma. Apart from that it is important to be aware of the risk factors that can deplete asthma symptoms, particularly in summer. The combination of raised humidity and common allergic substances like pollen, dust and mould can decrease asthma symptoms. Hence, understanding the triggers and taking the necessary steps can diminish the risks of having an asthma attack,” added Dr Hazra.
Ways of prevention
Hydration is key in preventing asthmatic symptoms during summer. It’s also advisable to avoid swimming in chlorinated pools as it can irritate your airways and worsen your condition. Additionally, staying away from areas where people smoke and showering after outdoor activities can minimise exposure to substances that can trigger issues.
When staying indoors, good air quality, clean surroundings, avoiding solid smells (perfumes, essence sticks, etc) and using humidifiers or air purifiers can all help create a healthy indoor space. People with allergen-triggered asthma can wear N95 or KN95 masks to shield themselves from particles when travelling outside.”
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