Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and tightness in my chest. The hospital examination indicated a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. Could you please tell me what I should pay attention to regarding chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, it is advisable for patients to avoid going out as much as possible when the weather changes abruptly, especially during very cold conditions. Based on the actual weather situation, they should wear more clothes and drink more water to prevent the further worsening of their illness. At the same time, patients should also try their best to maintain indoor air humidity. Many people may not be aware that the lungs of the body are not very tolerant of dry environments. Therefore, the dry air in winter can easily damage the respiratory tract of the body, thereby slowing down the symptoms of coughing and shortness of breath in patients, leading to a recurrence of acute worsening of their illness symptoms. During smoggy days, patients should try their best not to open windows and, if possible, reduce the frequency of going out. They should also consciously quit smoking. At the same time, they should always maintain clean indoor air and avoid industrial pollution from smoke and fumes to help protect their respiratory tracts.