Monsoon And Asthma: What Makes Asthma Worse in Monsoon? And What Are Some Effective Measures You Should Take?

The monsoon season has to be one of the most enticing and enjoyable seasons of all. Delighted by the special cool winds and minute droplets of rainwater. However, people continue to suffer from the negative effects of the monsoon season, particularly breathing issues and chronic asthma. “Our airways may narrow, swell, and create additional mucus if you have asthma. This may make breathing challenging and cause coughing, wheezing when you exhale, and shortness of breath. An Asthma attack is the episode in which bands of muscle surrounding the airways are triggered to tighten. This tightening is called bronchospasm” said by Dr. Preet Pal Thakur.Also Read – Gujarat Rains: Crocodiles Spotted In Residential Areas in Vadodara. Watch Viral Video

The monsoon season brings with it a slew of seasonal diseases such as the common cold, flu, typhoid, cholera, and hepatitis A. Asthmatic patients frequently have asthma attacks on cold, humid, and rainy days. Also Read – Monsoon Getaways: Enjoy Yeh Mausam Ki Baarish At These 5 Perfect Monsoon Destinations In India

In What Ways Does Monsoon Worsen Asthma?

Increased pollen counts : Rain brings in pollen, as the number of pollen increase in the environment it may trigger an asthma attack. Also Read – Heavy Rains Lash Gujarat: CM Holds Review Meeting; Schools, Colleges To Remain Closed Today

Inadequate sun exposure: We get less sunlight during the monsoon, resulting in vitamin D deficiency. As a result it can affect asthmatic patients adversely.

Allergens and viral infection: Viruses, bacteria, dust and mites increases during rainy season. However, this raises the possibility of allergies and asthma attacks. Untreated cold and flu are widespread during monsoon which makes it hard for asthma patients to live a normal life.

Humidity: Humidity levels rise in the air as a result of the persistent rain and lack of sunshine. Mold and fungus thrive in damp dwellings, which raises the risk of developing asthma and other respiratory conditions.

How To Manage Asthma During Monsoon?

1. Warm beverages should be consumed. Eating hot soups can help clear your nasal passages. Herbal drinks with a dab of honey will also help you recover from nasal congestion.
2. If you suspect cold or cough, boil some water with cumin seeds and inhale the steam to clear your nostrils.
3. Try to stay inside. If you run or jog all summer, switch to a treadmill workout during the rainy season.
4. If exercise makes your allergies worse, you can try yoga. Bridge pose, cobra pose, and half-spine twist while seated are among the positions. These yoga poses help in the expansion of your lungs and chest. They also improve the circulation of oxygen and blood throughout the body.
5. House dust mites are the most common allergen that appears during monsoon season. The droppings of these tiny insects cause a histamine reaction, which causes the muscles of your lungs to contract and produce mucus.
6. The cloudy weather prevents bed sheets from drying in the sun. Wash your sheets frequently in hot water.