- Hermina Daan Mogot<\/a><\/li>
- 10 October 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Watch out for the dangers of pollution to health.<\/a><\/h3>
Hermina's Friend Did you know? \n \nAir pollution has become one of the environmental problems that has emerged in this modern era. Air pollution is not only caused by motorized vehicles but also by factory smoke. Air pollution has a major impact on the quality of the air we breathe and our overall health. \n\n Air pollution is very dangerous for our health because it contains many dangerous substances such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, solid and liquid particles such as sulfates, nitrates, organic chemicals, metals, soil or dust particles, and sulfur dioxide. Therefore, we need to take serious steps to overcome the problem of air pollution. \n\n So what are the health impacts of air pollution? \nWith air pollution, the air or oxygen that is inhaled is mixed with dangerous substances, which can cause various diseases that can threaten health, including: \n \n1. Irritation of the nose and red eyes \nThis is an early symptom of air pollution. The immediate reaction to air pollution depends on each person's body sensitivity. Some people may feel effects immediately, such as irritation of the eyes, nose, or throat. \n\n 2 respiratory problems \nThis respiratory disorder is caused by inflammation of the bronchial lining. This disease is characterized by coughing up mucus (phlegm) or the absence of mucus. If you have phlegm, generally the phlegm produced is clear, greenish, and yellowish. Bronchitis is usually caused by a viral infection, and air pollution can make it worse. Breathing in air pollution every day can harm your health, for example. \n - Asthma \n - Bronchitis \n - Pneumonia \nCOPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) \nLung Ca \n \n3. Cardiovascular disorders \nSmall particles of air pollution that enter the bloodstream can damage blood vessels and even stick to plaque, which can block blood flow to the heart, brain, or legs. \n\n 4. Autoimmune disease \nAnother impact of air pollution is that it triggers autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Exposure to pollutants disrupts the immune system and actually attacks healthy parts of the body. In fact, the immune system is considered the body's defense against disease and foreign substances such as bacteria and viruses. \n\n 5. Pregnancy and fetal disorders \nThe impact of long-term exposure to air pollution can also affect reproductive health. Several studies state that continuous exposure to air pollution can cause fertility problems in women and men and make it difficult to get pregnant. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Arcamanik<\/a><\/li>
- 02 September 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Breathing Disorders That Occur During Sleep<\/a><\/h3>
Breathing Disorders That Occur During Sleep \n\n Sleep disturbances (Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome/OSAS) are characterized by partial or total obstruction of the upper airway leading to repeated periods of breathing apnea (apnea) during sleep or lack of breath (hypopnea) for at least 10 seconds during sleep. This condition causes the brain and other body parts to not get enough oxygen. Respiratory disorders can occur due to obstruction or blockage of the airways in the pharyngeal/throat area due to pushing the tongue and palate/hard part of the roof of the mouth back, which can cause occlusion of the nasopharynx or blockage in the throat and oral cavity, which causes cessation of air flow, even though breathing is still in progress during sleep. \n\n Causes of breathing problems during sleep, namely: \n\n \n Obesity or being overweight greatly increases the risk of sleep disorders \n Anatomical abnormalities of the upper respiratory tract: inflammation of the tonsils and adenoids; polyps; nasal allergies (inhaling dust, animal dander, or pollen); nasal abnormalities; swelling that occurs in the bony grooves found on the inside of the nose. \n The circumference of the neck (larger necks may have narrower airways). \n Hormones. \n Congenital abnormalities or abnormalities acquired since birth. \n Alcohol consumption. \n \n\n Symptoms of respiratory distress during sleep, namely, excessive sleepiness during the day, snoring, and a period of respiratory arrest that may end with body movement or awakening. A small percentage of children exhibit snoring in the form of snorting or exhalation and wheezing rather than classic snoring. Children often have complaints of hyperactivity and difficulty breathing during sleep. \n\n Symptoms of respiratory disorders during sleep, if ignored, can cause poor performance at work, decreased short-term memory, work and motor vehicle accidents, complications in the heart and blood vessels such as hypertension (high blood pressure), heart health disorders, respiratory failure, and even death. In children, failure to thrive and hyperactivity may occur. \n\n Prevention and treatment of respiratory disorders during sleep, namely by lifestyle modification by losing weight; position therapy; avoiding the consumption of alcoholic beverages; the use of an oral appliance (OA), namely therapy to maintain the patient's jaw so that it is in a forward position and opens the airway; maintaining the tongue so that it does not fall backwards and open the airway; drugs; surgery. \n\n That's what you need to know about breathing problems during sleep. If you or someone close to you encounters this, immediately make an appointment with an ENT-KL specialist at Hermina Arcamanik Hospital. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
- 02 September 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
- 10 October 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>