Immune ola due to erratic weather
It has been noted that at medical facilities recently, the number of patients coming for examination due to respiratory problems has increased significantly. Discussing this issue, Dr. Nguyen Thi Huyen - Deputy Head of the Examination Department, Central Lung Hospital said that the leading cause of the body being susceptible to disease during the changing seasons is changes in the respiratory tract lining.
According to professional analysis, cold weather and constantly changing air humidity make the lining of the nose and throat unable to maintain the necessary moisture. This lining acts as the first "natural barrier" of the immune system, responsible for seizing dirt and removing bacteria and viruses. When the mucous layer is dry, this protective function is seriously weakened, creating a "hole" for pathogens to easily penetrate deep into the body.
In addition to physiological factors, living habits during the cold season also contribute to increasing the infection rate. Doctor Huyen pointed out that when there is a temperature difference between the environment and the room, people often tend to close their doors to keep warm. This action unintentionally limits air circulation, creating an air pollution environment, allowing bacteria and viruses to accumulate at higher density.
In particular, the changing seasons are the time when virus strains such as Adenovirus and RSV are active. For people with a history of chronic diseases such as bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), weather changes act as a stimulant, easily causing the outbreak of acute asthma attacks or acute lung disease, leading to rapid worsening of the disease if not controlled promptly.
Absolutely do not arbitrarily quit smoking, proactively get vaccinated
To effectively protect health against the attacks of weather and epidemics, health experts recommend that people need to take preventive measures synchronously. The most important thing to be given top priority is to keep the body warm. People need to pay special attention to keeping the nose, throat, neck, chest and limbs warm. Limit going out at times when the temperature drops too low or early in the morning or late at night to avoid sudden cold infections.
Regarding nutrition and lifestyle, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is the key to improving resistance. Doctors recommend that people should drink enough water to keep the throat lining moist, supplement all groups of substances, increase green vegetables and fruits containing many vitamins. In addition, maintaining gentle, moderate exercise also helps the body become more flexible, increasing the ability to adapt to weather changes.
For patients with underlying diseases such as bronchitis and COPD, Doctor Nguyen Thi Huyen emphasized the requirement to strictly follow the treatment regimen. "Patients are not allowed to arbitrarily stop taking medication or change their dosage when they see symptoms subside. Regular check-ups according to the doctor's instructions are mandatory to control the condition well and prevent dangerous complications," Dr. Huyen warned.
In addition to passive defense measures, proactive immunization through vaccination is considered a "steel shield" to protect the lungs. Doctors recommend that people, especially the elderly and children, should proactively get vaccinated against seasonal flu vaccines and straw vaccines. This is the most effective measure, scientifically proven to help prevent pneumonia and reduce the risk of serious complications requiring hospitalization for treatment, even death from respiratory diseases.
