Lungs Disease: Farmers are burning stubble in the fields. Cases of stubble burning are being reported in many states including Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi. Its direct effect is being seen in the environment. Experts say that burning of stubble produces large amounts of carbon particles. Where the particles get dispersed in the air. Due to this, there is a lack of oxygen in the environment. This environment is making people a victim of respiratory diseases. Doctors say that the smog that has been created by burning stubble. It has affected the ability of the lungs to work. This has weakened the lungs.
increased risk of pneumonia, asthma
Doctors say that due to increasing smog, respiratory patients have started increasing. Earlier, where 20 patients were coming to the hospital to show respiratory disease. At the same time, now this figure has increased from 40 to 50. This is due to pollution and the onset of winter. Every year at the onset of winter there is an increase in viral infections that affect the throat and chest. Chest infections and pneumonia are most likely to occur in the elderly and children. Elderly people who have heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease or any other disease, they are more vulnerable to such diseases. At this time the cases of pneumonia have increased rapidly.
identify the infection as such
lung infection, pneumonia, kills children under 5 years of age in the country. Recognizing the symptoms of respiratory diseases and treatment should be started. Symptoms include rapid breathing, sometimes difficulty in breathing, high fever, bluish discoloration of the limbs, low oxygen intake, wheezing, irritability, etc. If the child does not have any serious problems, then the doctor starts treatment by giving antibiotics or by giving general medicine.
Start treatment if you are sick
Doctors say that everyone should get the flu vaccine if they are over 60 years old. People with weakened immune systems should get the pneumonia vaccine. People who have chronic lung disease should take the prescribed medicine regularly with the inhaler. When the AQI level is high, the elderly should not go out and children should not be allowed to play outside. If you have to go out of the house, then cover your mouth with a cloth. Avoid eating cold things. If you are a diabetic or hypertension patient, then the medicine should be taken regularly. If you are taking insulin, then take it regularly. People who are BP or sugar uncontrolled are more likely to get pneumonia and other infections.
Disclaimer: The methods and methods mentioned in this article are to be taken only as suggestions. Before following any treatment/medication/diet and suggestion, please consult doctor or related expert.
