Since the beginning of autumn, the weather has become cooler, the defense function of the human respiratory mucosa has declined, and various pathogenic microorganisms are easily invaded, and the number of dust mites increases, which can easily cause asthma disease attacks. Chen Xiuhong, an emergency physician at Jiuting Hospital, advises everyone to pay attention to keeping cold and keeping warm, keeping them clean, and prevent respiratory diseases.
"Seasonal alternation, first of all, you should pay attention to keeping cold and warm." Chen Xiuhong said that especially patients with a history of asthma should pay special attention to keeping cold and warm, especially on the shoulders and backs. In addition, the diet during this period should be light and nutritious. It is best not to eat foods that are prone to asthma attacks or have allergies. Eat less spicy, greasy, and too sweet and too salty foods. During the asthma remission period, physical exercise should also be carried out appropriately, such as practicing qigong, practicing Tai Chi , walking, swimming, etc.
Dust mites, animal skin, irritating gases, etc. in the house may be allergens, among which dust mites are the most common allergen in asthma and the most important factor in asthma. Asthma patients should wash their bed sheets and blankets regularly and dry pillows and bedding in the sun. It is best not to raise small animals, because both the microorganism on the animal's fur and the fur can induce asthma attacks.
In addition, it is also important to stabilize the mental and emotional well. "Patients should enhance their confidence in overcoming the disease, eliminate tension, and avoid adverse mental stimulation. For example, appropriate participation in cultural and sports activities can regulate tension," said Chen Xiuhong.
Asthma is a chronic disease, and many patients need long-term treatment. Most asthma patients can effectively control their condition after receiving standardized treatment and their lung function will gradually improve. However, the formulation and changes of asthma treatment plans, the reduction and discontinuation of drugs should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor. Do not make any decisions on your own, otherwise it may lead to the loss of early treatment effects and the aggravation of the disease.
Chen Xiuhong suggested that patients should first understand the nature of asthma, triggers, attack signals, types and methods of medication, and especially adhere to long-term anti-inflammatory preventive treatment; secondly, they should learn to use micro peak flow meter to monitor their personal condition so that they can use medication in time when the condition changes.
Text: Li Tianwei
Picture: Internet
Edited by: Jia Li Ding Yijie Mao Zhenlong
