What are the health risks of staying in an air-conditioned room for a long time?

The weather is getting hotter and hotter these days, and you are prone to sweating all the time. Many people rely on air conditioners to "extend their life" to survive the summer. However, too much air conditioning will have an impact on the body, and it is easy to get sick. "Air conditioning disease", maybe some people don't know that it is caused by the "blowing" of the air conditioner. Today I will share the relevant knowledge with my friends~

1. Dry skin & perspiration system Affected

Many people have noticed that their skin will become very dry after staying in an air-conditioned room for a long time, because ordinary household air conditioners only have temperature control of the air, but no humidity control. It can ensure the cooling effect. The air outlet and wind force of the air conditioner are very large, which makes the indoor air dry. Over time, the skin will be affected and become dry and dehydrated. If the skin moisture is further lost, slight symptoms may occur. of itching.

The human body has its own temperature regulation system. If you stay in an air-conditioned room for a long time in a temperature environment adjusted by artificial intervention, it will affect the regulation of your own temperature. The pores will shrink when they are cold, which may lead to When the sweat glands are shut down, the perspiration system is affected, and the patient may not be able to perspire normally for a long time. Perhaps what others often say, "It's good to sweat occasionally" does have truth to it.

2. Facial nerve disorder

This is what we commonly call "facial paralysis". Generally, children and the elderly are more likely to develop it, because low temperature and cold wind can stimulate the rapid contraction of capillaries. , causing poor blood circulation, and in severe cases, symptoms of facial nerve disorder may even occur. d

3. Upper respiratory tract diseases

The air-conditioned room itself is a relatively sealed space, and when the air conditioner is turned on, the doors and windows are tightly closed, and the air does not circulate. Once the human body is exposed to the cold air If the defense line of the respiratory tract is broken, it is easy to develop upper respiratory tract diseases such as cough, runny nose, and dry throat, which are actually similar to colds. If you are in poor health, bacteria may enter the lungs through breathing and cause pneumonia!

Some friends suffering from rhinitis may sneeze more frequently if they stay in an air-conditioned room for a long time.

4. Joint pain

Many people like to wear shorts and skirts in summer, and when their legs and knees are exposed to low temperatures for a long time in air-conditioned rooms, the cold air will invade them. The contraction of blood vessels in our joints and legs will also be affected, and over time you will feel joint pain.

5. Irregular menstruation & dysmenorrhea

When the air conditioner is used in summer, the environment in which the body is exposed will be changed, and the body will also be affected accordingly. For our female friends, especially before menstruation or During this period of menstruation, the air conditioner is often blown. Long-term exposure to cold stimulation may affect ovarian function and lead to irregular menstruation.

The difference between the room temperature in the air-conditioned room and the outside temperature is too large. If you suddenly walk out of the low-temperature air-conditioned room and come back again, the temperature difference in the body will be too large, and the peripheral blood vessels will not be able to contract quickly. Slow menstrual bleeding is also what we often call dysmenorrhea.

In addition, you may experience dry eyes, dizziness, headaches and other symptoms. These are reminders that you cannot always covet the coolness brought by air conditioning. It’s not that you can’t use air conditioners in summer, but you should pay attention to these things so as not to make you sick.

? Take appropriate measures to keep warm

Many friends have to stay in air-conditioned rooms for long periods of time due to work reasons. In this case, you have to do a good job of keeping your ankles, knees, navel and other parts warm. Yes, you can bring a piece of long-sleeved clothes to wear at work, prepare two pairs of thin socks, or prepare a small blanket to cover your legs to keep warm. Taking proper measures to keep warm can reduce a series of problems caused to the body. Increase air humidity

You can buy a humidifier online and place it in an air-conditioned room. The humidity is controlled at 40%-60%. This will make you feel more comfortable and relieve the problem of dry skin. Remember to add more Drinking water to moisten your throat can promote metabolism. Clean the air conditioner regularly

In fact, after using the air conditioner for a period of time, a lot of dust will accumulate inside, especially the filter, which will have a lot of dirt and bacteria attached to it. This will not only affect your health, but also affect the service life of the air conditioner. It is recommended to regularly find a professional to clean and disinfect the air conditioner, replace the filter when necessary, and give it "maintenance".

? What is the appropriate temperature to turn on the air conditioner?

Some people want to be cool and like low temperatures, but the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is too large, and the moment people walk out of the air-conditioned room is really uncomfortable! Therefore, the temperature must be adjusted well. Generally speaking, 26°C is the most suitable temperature for the human body. It is best to control the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor temperatures to not exceed 7°C, so that even if you enter and exit the human body, it will not be greatly affected.

Also, do not blow the cold air from the air conditioner directly towards the human body. Pay attention to adjusting the air outlet. It is best to adjust the timer when sleeping at night. Do not blow it all night long. It is best to turn off the air conditioner after blowing it for a long time. Turn off the air conditioner or open the windows to exhaust the indoor air and allow fresh outdoor air to enter, which can keep the indoor air clean and is more beneficial to human health.

Finally, I hope that all of you will not be lazy and clean your sheets, pillowcases and other bedding at home regularly. Exposing them to the sun can disinfect them, making them clean and hygienic, so that you can sleep better. More fragrant~