Rule 1. Try to reduce the impact of pollen.
Often people with asthma react to pollen. Thus, you should prepare for the flowering season of dangerous plants in advance – 1.5-2 months before it begins. For this, the patient undergoes a course of treatment that reduces sensitivity to those allergens that cause the reaction. If you do not have time to prepare for the flowering season, go where there is no flowering.
Rule 2. Beware of colds.
The common cold always worsens the disease. To reduce the risk of complications:
- follow recommendations for improving the immune system;
- attend halotherapy – treatment in a special salt cave. The special microclimate, the absence of dust and allergens in the air significantly improve health. In salt caves the air is very clean, it helps to facilitate breathing.
Rule 3. Breathe clean air.
In the warm season, the main thing is to spend as much time out of town. Urban summer air is a complex mixture of exhaust gases, dust and industrial pollutants. It is good if you manage to organize your summer mode in such a way that, in addition to the weekend, you can leave the city for the night. Try to spend more weekends in the park and by the river.
Moderately humid air is cleaner and more pleasant to breathe. However, if the humidity in the apartment is constantly high, it is very dangerous for asthmatics. As a result, mold appears on the walls of such housing. This mold produces toxins, and, in addition, putrefactive microorganisms appear in the air.
Rule 4. Pay attention to the materials.
For people with asthma, it is best not to use cotton, feather and down pillows and blankets. It is recommended to use materials that are more modern. Choose natural fabrics for clothes. Now also sells special anti-allergenic underwear, you can use it.
Rule 5. Avoid sudden changes.
The peculiarities of the disease are such that an attack can be provoked by any unexpected factor:
- a glass of ice water
- a sharp drop in temperature,
- intense physical activity.
Optimal exercises for asthma are long, slow walking. Long country walks are especially useful.
Rule 6. Stay away from toxins and debris.
If you have to participate in cleaning the apartment, repair or remove construction waste, you must do so in a mask. It is best to use a dry vacuum cleaner when cleaning. Moisture creates ideal conditions for increasing the number of household allergens.
Rule 7. Do not focus on your illness.
To avoid feelings of loneliness, seek help from loved ones. There are also sites where you can find very useful information and like-minded people.
If you follow all the recommendations, you can reduce the symptoms of the disease. As a result, for a long time the disease can be in a condition that allows you to lead an active lifestyle.