Hina Azmi/ Dehradun, There are many people who suffer from asthma. Many people suffer from respiratory diseases. People think that respiratory patients have problems only during winter. But asthma attacks can occur even during summer. Due to increase in pollen, bacterial, fungus and dust allergies in the summer season, the chances of attack in asthma patients increases. In such a situation, it is necessary to take some precautions.
Giving information to Local 18, Dr. Anurag Aggarwal, CMS and TB and chest specialist of Doon Medical College Hospital, Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, said that due to urbanization, asthma disease has now become common. This has started happening not only in the elderly but in people of all ages. Cough, mucus, chest tightness, shortness of breath or increase in these symptoms with changing weather can be signs of asthma. If such symptoms occur, immediately consult a doctor, who will treat the symptoms after seeing them. In many people it is seasonal and in many people, nasal problems, sneezing, runny nose, blocked nose, allergy in hands and feet or allergy in the eyes can also be symptoms of asthma. Asthma patients have to take medicines regularly. Not using medicines increases the swelling in the respiratory organs. Due to which the person has difficulty in breathing and can even die due to asthma attack.
How to take precautions?
Dr. Anurag Aggarwal told Local 18 that asthma patients should take precautions not only outside but also at home. He told that it is important to cover your mouth while cleaning the house, especially while dusting the bed. Avoid using cotton curtains because they trap a lot of dust. Drink water and as much fluids as possible in summer. Because dehydration can also cause asthma attacks. Someone can be allergic to anything like dust, smoke, perfume, tomato etc. Take care of it and avoid it. Be sure to use a mask when going out of the house. Do not consume too cold things.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: April 9, 2024, 12:34 IST