Harmful effects of staying in air-conditioned rooms regularly

Air conditioners have the function of cooling to relieve the heat of summer, and warming to dispel the cold of winter. However, if used incorrectly, air conditioners can lead to unexpected harmful effects on health.

Below are some of the harmful effects of air conditioning on health when used incorrectly:

Air conditioning is the cause of infectious diseases

Air conditioners are frequently used appliances but are rarely cleaned. As a result, the parts of the air conditioner become a place for dust and mold to accumulate, which then circulates around the room when the air conditioner is turned on.

This is dangerous for people with allergies or sensitive skin. Air conditioners also “contribute” to the spread of infectious diseases through the air.

Dehydration, dry, cracked skin

Using air conditioning for a long time along with not drinking enough water can cause dehydration, leading to dry, cracked, peeling skin and dry hair because during the process of cooling the air, the air conditioner will absorb all the natural moisture from the skin and hair.

Erosion of resistance

The body is often exposed to sudden temperature changes, even a difference of up to tens of degrees between the air conditioner temperature and the outside temperature. This causes our resistance to be eroded. From there, the body is susceptible to colds and other diseases.

Sinusitis, eye inflammation

Sitting in air conditioning for many hours continuously can cause sinusitis due to hardening of the mucous glands.

Staying in a cold room for a long time will also cause eye diseases such as dry/itchy eyes, blepharitis, conjunctivitis...

People who regularly use contact lenses will also experience eye problems when sitting in air conditioning for long periods of time.

Headache, fatigue, difficulty adapting to hot weather

Air conditioners that are turned on at low temperatures cause a difference in room temperature with the actual outside temperature. Older air conditioners that are not cleaned regularly also reduce the quality of air in the room. This causes headaches and migraines.

Using air conditioning regularly makes the body difficult to adapt and feel uncomfortable when exposed to hot weather, easily sweating.

Worsening chronic diseases, viral infections

People with low blood pressure and arthritis are likely to get worse when using air conditioning regularly.

The rule when using air conditioning is to close the door so that the air cannot circulate. This creates a favorable environment for viruses to develop and easily spread from one person to another.

The air conditioner makes an annoying noise.

Air conditioners with large capacity or old models often cause unpleasant noise for users.

People who should not use air conditioning

When just come back from the sun
When you have just finished exercising and are sweating a lot
When just finished bathing
When drunk

How to use air conditioner without harming health?

Install air conditioners in dry, high places to ensure cool air is distributed throughout the room.
Do not turn on the air conditioner temperature too low.
Do not use air conditioning immediately after bathing.
Do not use air conditioning all day
Do not place a bowl of water in the room when the air conditioner is on.
Drink plenty of water and eat foods rich in water. When using air conditioning, you should also use eye care products and moisturizing products for your skin and hair.
Clean your room and air conditioner regularly.

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