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In order to minimize the risk of acute asthma attacks that lead to hospitalization or death, patients must strictly follow the doctor's instructions and avoid asthma triggers. So, here are some home remedies that can help asthma patients.
1. Wash sheets weekly. Dust mites are the most common trigger for allergic asthma attacks. Bugs like to get into bed sheets, duvets, and pillows. An asthma attack can be reduced at home by washing your bed sheets in hot water (about 55 degrees Celsius) at least once a week. Then put them in a hot dryer.
2. Use a blanket If latex mattresses, spring mattresses, and some comforters cannot be washed, to protect them from dust mites, use special covers for mattresses and pillows. They provide a solid wall between you and these pests.
Có thể cắt cơn hen suyễn tại nhà bằng cách giặt ga trải giường trong nước nóng (khoảng 55 độ C) ít nhất 1 lần/tuần
3. Create a smooth, hard surface Dust mites love to "roam" on soft linens, but they hate smooth surfaces. If you can, get rid of couches and upholstery and go for wood or vinyl instead. Also, get rid of the rugs and replace them with wood or laminate. Even if dust mites collect on these hard floor surfaces, they are easier to clean with a damp mop. If you still have the carpet, vacuum it thoroughly.
4. Cockroach cleanup When you find any cockroach droppings in your home, get rid of them as soon as possible. They can trigger an asthma attack. Better yet, prevent the creatures from getting inside in the first place. Keep all food in the fridge or in sealed containers, sweep or vacuum the kitchen and dining room regularly, and cover the trash cans around the house. If all else fails, use poison bait or boric acid to kill them.
5. Pets Certain pets can trigger allergic asthma attacks, mainly cats, dogs, and other furry animals. The coat is not the problem but dead skin cells, saliva and urine. Many people with this type of asthma due to pet allergies choose not to have pets. Others can keep them but should try to limit them to a few rooms in the house. Keep them out of the bedroom and out of contact with any upholstered furniture. It is recommended to bathe your pet at least once or twice a week.
6. Wash stuffed toys Teddy bears and other stuffed friends that your child loves, dust mites may love them even more. Limit the number of toys in your child's room and wash them often. If stuffed toys are not washable, put them in the freezer 24 hours, once a week to kill dust mites, then vacuum them.
Khói thuốc lá có thể kích hoạt cơn hen suyễn ở bất kỳ ai
7. Don't smoke in the house Cigarette smoke can trigger an asthma attack in anyone. It can also make asthma attacks worse. Children are more sensitive to cigarette smoke because their lungs are immature and because children have faster breathing rates, they inhale more smoke than adults in a short period of time. Make sure no one smokes in or near your home or in the family car. Even secondhand smoke (the smell of tobacco on someone's clothes) can make asthma worse.
8. Avoid burning wood Smoke from wood fires will release a variety of small particles that can trigger asthma attacks. If your child has asthma, it is best not to build a fire with wood. If burning, use only dry logs that have been stored under a roof for at least 6 months.
9. Keep the house dry Along with dust mites, mold is the enemy of anyone with allergic asthma. It grows easily in warm, humid places like kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Make sure you don't have any standing water inside the refrigerator or bathroom drip tray. Fix leaks in sinks and tubs, and use a dehumidifier to keep the atmosphere dry. Air conditioners also help cut down on humidity very well. When you keep things dry, dust mites will also decrease significantly.
10. Choose air filters and hoods carefully Many vacuums and air filters advertise that they help you avoid allergens, but not all are created equal. Keep in mind that air filters can reduce pet dander and pollen, but some of those pathogens can still hang around rooms with carpets and soft furniture. These devices can be of more help in rooms with wooden or vinyl surfaces. The vacuum has a HEPA filter that cuts down on certain allergens.
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Reference source: www.webmd.com
