recently, many regions in China have been attacked by a new wave of smog, and severe smog has appeared in some places. In the face of frequent smog weather, you may not be able to change the atmospheric environment, but you can start from a small place to purify the air around you and protect your body.
1. Filtered air
air filtration can effectively reduce the impact of particles on the lungs. It is always beneficial to use the circulating device with filter screen to filter the air. Frequent replacement of the filter element also helps to clean the air.
in the case of frequent haze weather, choosing an air purifier is also a method, and the air conditioning with filter has better effect.
2. Close windows
ozone and other types of air pollution, as well as outdoor sensitizers and dust, will affect the lungs. Especially in the season prone to allergies. Be more careful if the wind blows or if you live in a place where dust tends to accumulate.
close the windows on days when the air is highly polluted. You can also check the monitoring data online to understand air quality. Keep in mind that when you clean, you may need to open the window to remove the chemical cleaner from the air.
3. Exercise but don’t overdo
if you have COPD, exercise is a good thing. However, if you are in a bad environment, excessive exercise will cause difficulty breathing.
you need exercise, but you don’t have to climb up and down stairs with a heavy basket full of dirty clothes. If you do, it may cause trouble.
4. Prevent mildew and mildew
good ventilation system in bedrooms and bathrooms can reduce mildew, which is also an inducement to lung diseases. Because dust mites also like humidity.
you should keep the room humidity in a relatively small range, about 40%. In order to reduce humidity, dehumidifiers can be considered and humidifiers or distillers can be avoided.
5. Stay away from smokers
. About 85% of COPD cases are caused by smoking. Whether you smoke before diagnosis or not, you should stay away from second-hand smoke (or first-hand smoke).
smoking and passive smoking should be absolutely avoided. It is no secret that it is very difficult to quit smoking. But if you are suffering from COPD and still smoking, the risk is much higher. Only by quitting smoking can we avoid causing greater damage, otherwise, the disease will develop faster.
6. Stay away from dust mites
like people, dust mites like to hide in mattresses and bedding. Dust mites can induce asthma, which should be avoided in patients with COPD.
insect proof mattresses and pillowcases are recommended. These mattresses and pillowcases usually also have anti mite function. Choose foam foam pillow instead of goose feather or feather pillow. Washing linen products with hot water (above 54 ℃) at least once a week can also inhibit dust mites.
7. Cut off chemicals
this seems to be a problem: you have to remove dust and pet dandruff, but too smelly cleaners may become a new allergen.
entering a newly cleaned room may also cause problems, even wearing a mask may not work. This requires the use of vinegar or old-fashioned soap and water. The basic principle is to choose things without aromatic smell. Avoid hair spray, perfume, glue, paint and air fresheners.
if you want fresh air, you should clean it instead of covering it with another taste.