The Do’s are as
follows:
- · Keep windows closed at night to prevent pollens or molds from drifting into your home. Instead, if needed, use air conditioning, which cleans, cools, and dries the air.
- · Keep car windows closed when traveling.
- · Try to stay indoors when the pollen count or humidity is reported to be high, and on windy days when dust and pollen are blown about.
- · Take a vacation during the height of the pollen season to a more pollen-free area, such as the beach or sea.
- · Take medications prescribed by your allergist regularly in the recommended dosage.
- · Keep away from things that cause asthma.
- · Maintain a healthy sleep routine
- · Take morning walks and if possible perform yoga or aerobics.
- · Don't smoke and avoid passive and second hand smoking.
- · Take a simple diet at regular hours.
- · Keep the house clean and dust free.
- · Keep away from smoke and dust.
- · Try and stay in pollution free environment.
- · Regularly consult the doctor.
- · Keep inhalers in hand.
- · Take medicines regularly and without fail.
The Don’ts are as follows:
- · Take more medication than recommended in an attempt to lessen your symptoms.
- · Mow lawns or be around freshly cut grass; mowing stirs up pollens and molds.
- · Rake leaves, as this also stirs up molds.
- · Hang sheets or clothing out to dry. Pollens and molds may collect on these items.
- · Overwater indoor plants if you are allergic to mold. Wet soil encourages mold growth.
- · Asthma patients must not disrupt their regular routine.
- · Asthma patients must refrain from smoking and drinking.
- · Asthma patients must avoid alcoholic drinks.
- · Asthma patients must not over eat and avoid taking spicy food.
- · Asthma patients must not forget to take their medications and ensure to take these at correct times.
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