Recently, strong cold air has been ushered in all parts of our country. When the temperature drops sharply, if the human body cannot adapt to the drastic changes in temperature and temperature, its resistance will decrease. In the face of cold air, not only need to wear more clothes, but also need to protect the “weak links” of the body to prevent problems before they occur, so as to survive the winter safely.
Protect the respiratory system and cardiovascular system
At Peking University Third Hospital, the number of patients who came to see a doctor recently increased significantly. In this regard, Ma Qingbian, director of the hospital’s emergency department, said that after the beginning of winter, respiratory diseases have increased most significantly, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, influenza, chronic bronchitis, and asthma. In addition, with the high incidence of influenza around January each year, fever clinics will also usher in a peak of consultations.
Autumn and winter are the seasons of high incidence of respiratory infectious diseases such as influenza. Lower temperature is conducive to the survival and spread of viruses such as new crowns and influenza, and there is a superimposed risk of infectious diseases. It is recommended to increase the awareness of protection, avoid going to places with dense crowds and poor ventilation, pay attention to maintaining indoor air circulation, and reduce gatherings. Adhere to wearing masks scientifically, wash hands frequently, ventilate frequently, gather less, and maintain a safe social distance from others.
It should also be noted that the high incidence of respiratory diseases also contributes to the increase in the incidence of cardiovascular diseases. Zhang Zhenpeng, deputy director and deputy chief physician of the Cardiovascular Department of Guang’anmen Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, introduced that pneumonia and upper respiratory tract infection are important predisposing factors for heart disease. For patients with poor heart function, especially elderly patients, respiratory system infections are even the first an incentive.
“As the temperature decreases, the peripheral blood vessels of the human body contract significantly than usual, which can directly lead to the increase of human blood pressure, the increase of blood return to the heart, and the increased burden on the heart than usual, which can easily lead to aggravation of symptoms in patients with high blood pressure and heart disease. , should always pay attention.” Zhang Zhenpeng said.
Strengthen prevention and keep warm when going out
The resistance of the elderly, pregnant women, infants and young children is generally relatively weak, try not to contact patients with infectious diseases, and reduce the amount in windy and cooling weather go out. If you must go out, it is recommended to choose to go outdoors when the temperature is higher at noon, wear more clothes, and pay special attention to keeping your head, neck, abdomen and feet warm.
In addition, for those with weak stomachs, special attention should be paid to keeping warm, and clothes should be added or removed in time according to climate changes to prevent the abdomen from getting cold. Usually pay attention to warming the stomach and nourishing the stomach, drink more hot water, eat less cold food, and eat on time. Daily routine, remember not to stay up late, and do not overthink.
When going out in snow and cooling weather, because the roads are slippery, snow and road icing are very likely to occur. It is recommended to take public transportation as much as possible, and less bicycles or electric vehicles, especially for the elderly. Beware of falling, stay away from and avoid vehicles, and pay attention to safety.
In addition, carbon monoxide poisoning needs to be prevented as the winter heating period begins.
Moderate exercise and good health monitoring
In low temperature weather, it is best for patients with cardiovascular disease not to go to morning exercise, and go out when the temperature is relatively high, try to maintain a calm state of mind and maintain regularity living habits. Adhere to the medicine prescribed by the doctor, and control the blood pressure, blood sugar and blood lipid levels.
Good cardiopulmonary function is the cornerstone of health. Xu Fengqin, vice president of Xiyuan Hospital, Chinese Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, said that people with good cardiopulmonary function will not feel tired easily, work more efficiently, and reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease. Lower, so you must quit smoking, quit drinking, stay away from high-fat, high-salt, and high-sugar diets, and develop healthy living habits.
“Patients may not feel symptoms when some minor disease changes appear. It is recommended that hypertensive patients measure their blood pressure at least once after getting up in the morning, and pay close attention to the data changes.” Zhang Zhenpeng said, for patients with a history of hypertension For patients, if they have symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chest pain, severe dizziness, etc., they should seek medical attention in time.
In addition, traditional Chinese medicine believes that the yang qi in autumn and winter converges and should not be overworked. It is recommended to have a reasonable schedule and scientific exercise, and recommend aerobics, tai chi, dancing, playing and other sports to enhance the thermoregulation function of the central nervous system and improve the body’s ability to resist cold. (Source: Comprehensive Beijing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Science and Technology Daily, etc.)