New Delhi : May 2 World Asthma Day (World Asthma Day). This day is special to warn those who are suffering from difficult diseases like asthma. Asthma can worsen in hot summer, experts say.
World Asthma Day is observed on the first Tuesday of May. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease. Millions of people worldwide suffer from it. An estimated 339 million people worldwide suffer from asthma. The World Health Organization fears that number could reach 400 million by 2025.
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital Senior Consultant (Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine) Dr. Nikhil Modi, told news agency IANS, “Heatwaves can be a risky time for people with asthma. Because extreme heat can worsen symptoms. Wheezing
At this time the suffering increases. ‘
“High temperature and increased humidity cause problems in the airways, which can cause difficulty in breathing. This can lead to problems like shortness of breath, coughing and tightness in the chest,” he added.
Besides, the level of air pollution increases during this time. As a result, asthma symptoms increase. In 2022, India saw its warmest April and March in 122 years. This information has been revealed in a recent study by the University of Cambridge. The trend continues this year. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), last week, warned that average temperatures in the country will remain extremely high till the end of May. Heat wave will continue in many states of the country. Heatwave levels will be “above normal” over Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, East Uttar Pradesh, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana and Coastal Gujarat.
to escape the heat
This heat wave is very harmful for asthma patients. Increases disease susceptibility. So experts advise asthma sufferers to stay indoors after 11 am. It is better not to go out of the house till 3 pm unless absolutely necessary.
To stay safe in these situations, people with asthma should avoid exposure to extreme heat and humidity. Drink plenty of drinks. Inhaler should be kept with. Those who suffer more from asthma problems, should keep medicine tablets close at hand. Doctor’s advice should be taken if necessary. Saying, Dr. Ambarish Joshi (Senior Consultant, Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, Primus Super Specialty Hospital).
When outdoors, people with asthma should avoid pollution as much as possible. Better to avoid exposure to warm, humid air. Cover face and nose with scarf if necessary. Caffeinated and alcoholic beverages should be avoided.
Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)
New Delhi : May 2 World Asthma Day (World Asthma Day). This day is special to warn those who are suffering from difficult diseases like asthma. Asthma can worsen in hot summer, experts say.
World Asthma Day is observed on the first Tuesday of May. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease. Millions of people worldwide suffer from it. An estimated 339 million people worldwide suffer from asthma. The World Health Organization fears that number could reach 400 million by 2025.
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital Senior Consultant (Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine) Dr. Nikhil Modi, told news agency IANS, “Heatwaves can be a risky time for people with asthma. Because extreme heat can worsen symptoms. Wheezing
At this time the suffering increases. ‘
“High temperature and increased humidity cause problems in the airways, which can cause difficulty in breathing. This can lead to problems like shortness of breath, coughing and tightness in the chest,” he added.
Besides, the level of air pollution increases during this time. As a result, asthma symptoms increase. In 2022, India saw its warmest April and March in 122 years. This information has been revealed in a recent study by the University of Cambridge. The trend continues this year. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), last week, warned that average temperatures in the country will remain extremely high till the end of May. Heat wave will continue in many states of the country. Heatwave levels will be “above normal” over Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, East Uttar Pradesh, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana and Coastal Gujarat.
to escape the heat
This heat wave is very harmful for asthma patients. Increases disease susceptibility. So experts advise asthma sufferers to stay indoors after 11 am. It is better not to go out of the house till 3 pm unless absolutely necessary.
To stay safe in these situations, people with asthma should avoid exposure to extreme heat and humidity. Drink plenty of drinks. Inhaler should be kept with. Those who suffer more from asthma problems, should keep medicine tablets close at hand. Doctor’s advice should be taken if necessary. Saying, Dr. Ambarish Joshi (Senior Consultant, Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, Primus Super Specialty Hospital).
When outdoors, people with asthma should avoid pollution as much as possible. Better to avoid exposure to warm, humid air. Cover face and nose with scarf if necessary. Caffeinated and alcoholic beverages should be avoided.
Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)