[Source: Healthy Anhui]
Summer heat
Beware of air-conditioning disease
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The scorching sun,
The air conditioner has become a “artifact” for people to cool down,
But incorrectly blowing the air conditioner
may cause “air conditioner disease”.
Nasal congestion, dizziness, sneezing, fatigue,
joint pain, headache, memory loss and other symptoms
Everyone came to the door.
NO.1
What is “Air Conditioning Disease”?
Actually, there is no such thing as “air-conditioning disease” in medicine, it is a sociologically diagnosed disease name. Usually any disease related to or caused by air conditioning is called “air conditioning disease”.
The symptoms of “air conditioning disease” also vary slightly due to the different adaptability of each person, but the main manifestations are nasal congestion, dizziness, sneezing, tinnitus, fatigue, and memory loss. Some patients may also experience skin discomfort, such as tight and dry skin, easy allergies, rough skin and other symptoms. In severe cases, it may even cause mouth and eyes to be skewed, hemifacial spasm, and other symptoms include muscle soreness and joint discomfort.
NO.2
How did “air conditioning disease” come about?
First, supercooling stimulation. The human body will feel very comfortable when entering the air-conditioned room from the outside with high temperature. But the body’s nervous system can’t handle the extreme temperature differences, which can prevent them from functioning properly, leading to symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, and joint pain.
Second, air drying. If the air conditioner is turned on for a long time, the air humidity is low, and the water in the human body evaporates quickly. If the water is not replenished in time, the throat will feel uncomfortable. One of the reasons to drink water.
Third, microbial growth. If the air conditioner is not cleaned for a long time, it will become a place for bacteria, viruses and molds to grow and multiply. These microorganisms are blown out by the air conditioner and will affect human health.
Know yourself and know your enemy and win every battle
The air conditioner is always on in summer
Please keep this guide to prevent “air conditioning disease”!
How to prevent “air conditioning disease”?
1. Set the temperature of the air conditioner reasonably. The temperature difference between indoor and outdoor should not exceed 5 to 8 degrees, and the temperature of the air conditioner should not be lower than 26 ℃.
Second, open windows for ventilation,Increase ventilation. If the air-conditioned room is closed for a long time, there will be less fresh air volume and poor air flow, and pathogenic microorganisms will easily breed, which will increase the risk of respiratory diseases. It is recommended to open the windows for 20 minutes every 4 hours.
Third, add appropriate clothing to protect the body parts that are susceptible to cold. Do not let the cold air from the vent blow directly on the body. It is best not to blow the cold air directly when sweating profusely, and keep the abdomen, cervical spine, knee joints and other parts warm.
Fourth, increase humidity and avoid drying. If the indoor air conditioner is turned on for a long time, the air will be very dry, and the moisture of the human body will be easily lost. You can use a humidifier or put a basin of water at the air outlet of the air conditioner to improve.
Five, maintain outdoor activities. Those who work and live in air-conditioned rooms for a long time should maintain a certain amount of outdoor activity time, be exposed to sunlight, and breathe fresh air.
6. Clean the air conditioner regularly and pay attention to indoor hygiene. In the closed environment of air-conditioned rooms, indoor smoking should be strictly prohibited, pay attention to indoor hygiene, use disinfectants regularly, prevent the growth of microorganisms, and clean the air conditioners regularly.
How toclean the air conditioner?
1. If it is a centralized air conditioner, it is recommended to invite technicians from professional companies to come to the door for cleaning and maintenance.
Secondly, the split air conditioner can have a “do it yourself and have enough food and clothing”.
[Preparation]
Turn off the air conditioner Power on, unplug, open windows for ventilation, and keep indoor air circulation.
[Cleaning the exterior of the air conditioner]
The outer casing of the air conditioner is the easiest place to hide dirt and dirt. It can be scrubbed with a damp cloth. Corrode the internal parts of the air conditioner.
[Clean Air Conditioner Filter]
Open the air conditioner panel and push the filter up slowly with your hand to remove the filter easily. Rinse the back (concave) with clean water, and the dust will fall off automatically. If necessary, it can be soaked in 500mg/L chlorine-containing disinfectant (such as 5% “84” disinfectant diluted 100 times) for half an hour for disinfection. After washing, place in a cool place to dry naturally.
[Cleaning the condenser]
Remove the filter, you can see the condenser, optional The household air conditioner cleaning agent should be sprayed, but be careful not to spray it outside the condenser, so as not to cause a short circuit after starting the machine. After spraying, put back the dry filter and panel and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then start the air conditioner and adjust the air volume and cooling capacity to the maximum. After 30 minutes, the entire cleaning process is over.
[cleaning and disinfecting once a month]
The air conditioner should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected every year when the season changes and before the air conditioner is turned on. It is used frequently in summer and indoors Air quality affects health. It is recommended that air conditioners be cleaned and disinfected once a month.
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