- Hermina Karawang<\/a><\/li>
- 24 October 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Steps to Reduce the Negative Impact of Air Pollution<\/a><\/h3>
Air pollution has been scientifically proven to increase the risk of asthma attacks and the number of hospital admissions in patients with chronic heart and lung disease. Polluted air can also trigger strokes and heart attacks, worsen lung disease, and inhibit lung growth in children. The impact is not only death but also the large number of people who require medical treatment. Air pollution, as found in open and closed spaces, will be more common in people who have a lot of activity outdoors, as well as those who live in slum areas. Therefore, to overcome this problem, it is important to socialize prevention in order to reduce and prevent the impact of air pollution. \n\n Steps to Reduce the Negative Impact of Air Pollution In fact, the direct impact of reduced air quality is often overlooked by health care workers. Knowledge about its dangers to health is also still low in society, so people tend not to care about it. The following methods include: \n\n \n Routinely check air pollution estimates around you. \n Currently, many websites provide estimates of air pollution around us and are equipped with color instructions. Green means clean air, yellow means bad air, and red means air with very high pollution. \n Avoid exercising outside when pollution levels are high. \n When pollution levels are high or red, avoid exercising outdoors. Also, limit children from playing outdoors, especially when pollution levels are very bad. \n Avoid activities near heavy-traffic areas. \n The reason is that traffic-dense areas always cause higher pollution than residential areas or indoor office areas. \n Don't burn trash or dry branches around the house. \n Burning dry branches and household waste around the house or inside housing is the biggest source of air pollution in residential areas. \n Don't smoke in the house. \n Similar to the smoke from burning household waste, cigarette smoke is the main source of indoor pollution. \n Reduce the use of private vehicles. \n To reduce the amount of motor vehicle fumes circulating on the streets, use available public transportation, such as public buses or trains, for longer journeys. \n \n\n Now, air pollution has become a public health threat that is starting to cause concern. Therefore, steps to change must start with yourself. This is done to reduce the health impacts caused by this condition. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina OPI Jakabaring<\/a><\/li>
- 04 September 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
WARNING THE HAZARD OF SMOKE POLLUTION TO LUNG HEALTH<\/a><\/h3>
Haze is a phenomenon that often occurs as a result of forest fires, waste or other air pollution. Smog can look like a thick fog that covers the sky and blankets certain areas. However, behind its dramatic appearance, smog also poses a serious danger to human health, especially lung health. This article will discuss the dangers of smog to the lungs and preventive steps that can be taken. \n\n \n\n Haze of Haze Against the Lungs \n\n \n Respiratory Tract Irritation: The small particles contained in smog can stimulate and irritate the respiratory tract. This can cause symptoms such as coughing, red eyes and a runny nose. \n Respiratory Problems: Haze contains harmful chemicals, such as carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds. Inhalation of these substances can interfere with the lungs' ability to take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide, which can result in difficulty breathing. \n Chronic Lung Diseases: Lingering smog can increase the risk of developing chronic lung diseases, such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma. Smog can also worsen existing conditions. \n Lung Cancer: Long-term exposure to air pollution and harmful chemicals in smog can increase the risk of lung cancer. \n \n\n \n\n Smog Prevention for Better Lung Health \n\n \n Monitor Air Quality: When there is smog, monitor the local air quality index and stay indoors as much as possible when air pollution levels are high. \n Use a Mask: When outdoors during haze, wear a mask covering your mouth and nose to reduce inhalation of harmful particles. \n Keep Humidity: Maintaining humidity in the house can help reduce irritation levels in the respiratory tract. Use humidity control if necessary. \n Avoid Outdoor Activities: Avoid exercise or vigorous physical activity when there is haze, especially if you have existing respiratory problems. \n \n\n \n\n Proper Care \n\n If you experience respiratory symptoms such as coughing, shortness of breath, or red eyes when exposed to smog, seek medical attention immediately. Your doctor can provide appropriate treatment, such as medication to relieve symptoms and advice on how to keep your lungs healthy. \n\n Conclusion \n\n Smog is not only an environmental problem that needs attention, but it also poses a serious threat to human lung health. To protect your lung health, it is important to take appropriate precautions when haze occurs, such as staying indoors and using a mask covering your mouth and nose. Always monitor air quality and seek medical attention if you experience worrisome symptoms. Protecting our lungs is a collective duty to safeguard our health and that of future generations. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Bogor<\/a><\/li>
- 02 August 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Emphysema Impact of Smoking Habits?<\/a><\/h3>
Emphysema is a disease that attacks the lungs. Emphysema arises because of smoking habits developed over many years. \n\n This disease is included in the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) group and has the potential to threaten the lives of sufferers. Emphysema can cause symptoms such as tightness and difficulty breathing for sufferers. Due to damage to the air sacs in the alveoli or lungs. \n\n Emphysema is an obstructive lung disease that is progressive and chronic. Emphysema is a disease that causes the air spaces farthest from the end of the bronchioles to get bigger and the lung parenchyma to get damaged. In addition, damage to the alveoli can also interfere with the process of releasing air containing carbon dioxide from the lungs. Thus causing the lungs to expand slowly, which causes air to be trapped and accumulate in the air sacs. \n\n Enphysema will get worse with time. Although there are treatments that can slow the progression of emphysema, damaged alveoli cannot be relisted. \n\n \n\n Emphysema Symptoms \n\n Emphysema is generally experienced by someone who has had smoking habits for many years. The symptoms of emphysema themselves are quite diverse; some of the most common are:: \n\n \n Short breaths when doing light activities \n Blue lips and nails due to lack of oxygen intake \n Changes in the shape of the chest (barrel chest) \n Appetite and weight loss \n Fatigue and body weakness \n \n\n \n\n Causes of Emphysema \n\n The most common cause of emphysema is exposure to cigarette smoke and smoking habits. In addition, long-term exposure to pollution and chemicals in industry can also trigger emphysema. \n\n Although it is uncommon, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is a genetic condition that can cause emphysema. This condition occurs due to a deficiency of alpha-1 protein, which functions to protect the elastic in the lung organs. \n\n \n\n Emphysema Risk Factors \n\n Emphysema is more common in people with the following factors: \n\n \n Have a habit of smoking or exposure to cigarette smoke (passive smoking) \n Work or live in an environment easily exposed to air pollution. \n Have a history of obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) \n \n\n \n\n The diagnosis of emphysema needs to be done primarily through spirometry. Other investigations that can help with emphysema include chest x-rays, blood tests, an electrocardiogram, pulse oximetry, and CT scans. \n\n Emphysema treatment is carried out based on the severity experienced by the patient. If this condition cannot be cured, treatment will be given to slow the development of emphysema, including the following: \n\n \n Administration of drugs (bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and antibiotics) \n Operations, therapy \n And lifestyle changes \n \n\n \n\n Therefore, to avoid emphysema, Friends of Hermina can start by avoiding trigger factors such as smoking and exposure to air pollution. Consult for prevention as early as possible so you can prevent emphysema and change your lifestyle to a healthy one. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Podomoro<\/a><\/li>
- 28 February 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Let's Know the Symptoms of Lung Cancer Early on<\/a><\/h3>
Lung cancer is a disease that many people probably already know. The main cause of lung cancer is smoking. In cigarettes there are cancer-causing substances (carcinogens) that trigger damage to the lining cells of the lungs. Cell and tissue changes in the lungs change rapidly in heavy smokers. \n\n According to its definition, lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cancer cells in lung tissue which can be caused by a number of environmental carcinogens, especially cigarette smoke. Seeing this urgency, it is important for us to immediately go for an examination at a health facility immediately after feeling the symptoms of lung cancer. \n\n This cancer starts in the lungs and most often occurs in people who smoke. The two main types of lung cancer are small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. Causes of lung cancer include smoking, second-hand smoke, exposure to certain toxins, and family history. \n\n This cancer can affect patients at any age. This condition can be managed by reducing your risk factors. Please discuss with your doctor for more information. \n\n But many lung cancer patients get help late because they are late or don't realize the symptoms that appear. Due to the late anticipation, the success of the treatment is also low because it ignores the various symptoms that appear from the start. \n\n Therefore we should recognize some of the following symptoms of lung cancer which are often overlooked: \n\n \n Cough constantly \n \n\n Coughs can be caused by minor illnesses, such as a cold or allergies. But if the cough persists and doesn't stop for a long time, this might be a sign of a more serious disease, and one of them is lung cancer. \n\n \n Coughing up blood \n \n\n Coughing accompanied by blood is definitely not a good sign for one's body health. Cough accompanied by blood may be one of the symptoms of lung cancer, although further examination is needed to be sure. \n\n \n Shortness of breath \n \n\n If you suddenly become short of breath when climbing stairs or just walking normally, it could be a form of lung cancer, especially if accompanied by other symptoms. Difficulty breathing when sitting or lying down can be a symptom. That's why immediately consult a doctor if these symptoms appear. \n\n \n Asthma \n \n\n If you are diagnosed with asthma when you are an adult or an old age, you should be more vigilant because it could be a sign of lung cancer. According to Flores, asthma can indeed be an unusual symptom of lung cancer. Therefore, it is highly recommended to immediately do a screening to find out whether or not a malignant tumor is present in the lungs. \n\n \n Chest pain \n \n\n Apart from being a sign and symptom of a heart attack, chest pain can also be a symptom of lung cancer. The sign is that the chest, back, and shoulders often hurt and are often accompanied by a feeling of tightness in the chest. \n\n \n Feeling very tired \n \n\n Weight loss and decreased appetite can be signs of lung cancer. In addition, this symptom will be followed by feeling excessively tired, even though we are just doing our daily activities as usual. \n\n \n Pain throughout the body \n \n\n Starting with a headache, then disturbed balance then numbness in the limbs can be a sign or symptom of lung cancer. It could even be that the cancer has spread to the brain or spinal cord. Meanwhile, if the skin and eyes are yellow, it is possible that the cancer has spread to the liver to the lymph nodes. Lung cancer often does not show signs or symptoms until it is in an advanced stage and that is why many people with lung cancer are newly diagnosed with lung cancer when it has spread to other parts of the body. This is where it is important to adopt a healthy lifestyle so that the risk of lung cancer can be reduced. \n\n \n Weight loss \n \n\n People who suffer from lung cancer will usually lose weight drastically, more or less the same as the symptoms of TB. This is caused by cancer cells using energy and taking up all the nutrients in the body. Therefore, do not ignore changes in weight, especially if this occurs when you do not make changes to your diet or lifestyle. \n\n \n Smoking habits and exposure to cigarette smoke \n \n\n Smoking habits or too often exposed to cigarette smoke increases the risk of lung cancer. Therefore, you are advised to stop smoking and avoid exposure to secondhand smoke. \n\n \n Exposure to radon gas \n \n\n Radon is a natural gas produced from the breakdown of uranium in soil, water and rocks. Exposure to or inhaling radon gas in large quantities is one of the factors that can increase the risk of lung cancer. \n\n \n Asbestos exposure \n \n\n Working in a mine or factory can expose you to asbestos. This can put you more at risk for lung cancer. Especially if you are an active smoker. \n\n \n Air pollution \n \n\n Being in a place with high levels of air pollution for too long can increase the risk of developing lung cancer. About 5 percent of deaths from lung cancer worldwide are caused by air pollution. \n\n \n\n Lung cancer can be treated in various ways, depending on the patient's condition and the severity of the cancer. The main treatment for early-stage lung cancer is surgery. If the cancer has reached an advanced stage, then treatment can be done with radiotherapy and chemotherapy. \n\n Prevention is the cheapest way to reduce the development of lung cancer. Eliminating the smoking habit is the main goal of lung cancer prevention, and smoking cessation is an important prevention in this process. For someone who is at risk of developing lung cancer, routine checks should be done to a Lung Specialist at Hermina Podomoro Hospital. In addition, it is recommended to exercise regularly and eat a healthy and nutritionally balanced diet. \n\n \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Medan<\/a><\/li>
- 20 February 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Not Smoking but Got Lung Cancer, How come?<\/a><\/h3>
Maybe we haveheard that there are people who do not smoke but have lung cancer. Can this happen? In fact, besides smoking there are several other factorswhich can increase a person's risk of developing lung cancer. \n\n Smokeis a causelung cancerthe most frequent. However, not all cases of lung cancer occur in active smokers. ForTo avoid this disease, you should know the causes of lung cancer in people who don't smoke. \n\n Various Causes of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers \n\n Here are some things that can be causes and risk factors for people who don't smoke but get lung cancer: \n\n 1. Exposure to radon gas \n\n Exposure to radon gas is known to be one of the causes of lung cancer in non-smokers. Radon gas is naturally present in the air and is generally harmless. Even so, the level or concentration of radon gas can increase in houses built on soil containing natural uranium deposits. \n\n In a study, it was found that the risk of developing lung cancer was higher in people who lived for years in an environment contaminated with radon gas. \n\n 2. Too often become passive smokers \n\n Too often inhale other people's cigarette smoke, for example due to living in the same housewithactive smokeror working in a smoker's environment, can also cause lung cancer. The reason is, cigarette smoke has a number of substances that are carcinogenic and can damage lung tissue. \n\n 3. Exposure to asbestos \n\n Asbestos exposureAlsocan increase a person's risk of developing lung cancer. This is because asbestos fibers that are inhaled into the body can survive in the lung tissue for a long time. This is very dangerous, so that the use of asbestos in the industrial sector has been restricted and even banned in several countries. \n\n 4. Exposure to air pollution \n\n Air pollutionjuga contribute to the occurrence of lung cancer. In fact, the world health organization (WHO) has determined types of outdoor air pollution, such as vehicle exhaust, wood stoves, and coal-fired power plants, as carcinogenic materials. \n\n 5. There is a genetic factor \n\n Genetic or hereditary factors play a role in increasing a person's chances of developing lung cancer. Having a parent or family member with lung cancer can increase your risk of developing lung cancer. \n\n 6. There is a gene mutation \n\n Gene mutationcan cause changes in the nature of lung cells to become malignant. It is also a cause of lung cancer. \n\n So, even if you are not an active smoker, the risk of developing lung cancer is still there. The things mentioned above are some of the causes and risk factors for lung cancer in non-smokers. \n\n As much as possible, avoid these things and adopt a healthy lifestyle. If you don't smoke but are at risk of developing lung cancer, it is advisable to have regular checkupsdoctorto find out the health condition of your lungs. Check your lung health at RSU Hermina Medan with a lung specialist \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Pandanaran<\/a><\/li>
- 12 January 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Don't be trivial! Know the Myriad Dangers of Smoking for Health<\/a><\/h3>
Smoking is a very common and widespread habit in society. Even though it has been proven to cause various pathological conditions, systemically and locally, the smoking habit is very difficult to get rid of. There are 4000 types of chemical substances, 40 types of which are carcinogenic, including acetone, nicotine, tar and polonium which contain substances that trigger cancer. In addition, nicotine can be addictive, both in active smokers and passive smokers. Active and passive smokers are at risk of coughing with shortness of breath 6 times compared to non-smokers. \n\n Nicotine is an alkaloid which is a stimulant and toxic at high doses. This substance only exists in tobacco, is highly addictive, and affects the brain/nervous system. In the long term, nicotine will suppress the brain's ability to experience pleasure, so smokers will always need higher levels of nicotine to reach their level of satisfaction and addiction. Smoking activity can damage health and for those who smoke cigarettes (passive smokers) have the same risk of developing the disease. \n\n Some dangerous diseases caused by smoking: \n\n 1. Lung Disease \n\n \n Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), COPD is a lung disease that can cause long-term or chronic and irreversible obstructions in the respiratory tract, which cannot return to normal. \n Bronchitis, bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchi or airways from outside to the lungs where the bronchi become thick due to excessive mucus so that the patient becomes uncomfortable, short of breath, and coughs. \n Lung cancer, lung cancer is a carcinogenic effect, long-term effects of smoking. In passive smokers 70% to 80% confirmed cancer. Lung cancer is a malignancy where the prognosis or future tends to be bleak and if it is affected but within 6 months it is not treated immediately it can cause death. \n \n\n 2. Stomach Disease \n\n The thing that looks trivial when smoking a cigarette is that the activity of the muscles under the esophagus increases. The muscles around the lower respiratory tract will slowly weaken so that the digestive process becomes obstructed. The dangers of smoking for health can also be felt up to the stomach, because cigarette smoke that enters the digestive system will cause an increase in stomach acid. If this is allowed to continue, it is not impossible that it will become a more chronic disease such as peptic ulcers which are more difficult to treat \n\n 3. Risk of Stroke and Heart Disease \nIn active smokers may suffer a stroke, because the side effects of smoking can cause weakening of blood vessels. When this weakness occurs and the work of blood vessels is obstructed it can cause an attack of inflammation in the brain. That's what can be at risk of having a stroke even though the person doesn't have a background of high blood pressure or other stroke-causing diseases. The cause of the stroke comes from harmful chemical compounds such as nicotine, carbon monoxide and oxidant gases contained in cigarettes. Smoking habits also make Sahabat Hermina susceptible to coronary heart disease. This happens because smoking can cause thickening of the artery walls. As a result, the size of the arteries narrows and the flow of blood and oxygen supply to the heart becomes obstructed. \n\n 4. Problems in the Reproductive Organs \nAnother harmful effect of smoking on health is that it can lead to impotence, cases like this have been experienced by many smokers. Because the content of chemicals that are toxic can reduce sperm production in men. Not only that, in men can also occur cancer in the testicles. Meanwhile, in women who smoke, the effects of smoking can also reduce the fertility rate of women. \n\n 5. Psychological disorder \nIn addition to physical ailments, smoking can also cause psychological disorders, such as anxiety disorders, insomnia, and depression. This effect can occur because the brain has been damaged by frequent exposure to toxic substances from cigarettes. \n\n The habit of smoking can interfere with health and reduce the quality of life of Hermina Friends and those around them. In order not to approach the dangers of smoking, you should not smoke or start trying to quit smoking. If Hermina's friends have difficulty stopping smoking or have experienced health problems due to the dangers of smoking, for example frequent shortness of breath, persistent cough, bloody cough, or other health problems, you should consult a doctor at Hermina Pandanaran Hospital to get proper treatment. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Sukabumi<\/a><\/li>
- 19 December 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Tuberculosis, Symptoms, Causes, and Appropriate Treatment<\/a><\/h3>
\n\n \n\n Many are mistaken because they say cough and tuberculosis are the same disease. Even though they are both coughs, they have big differences. TB (tuberculosis) is an infectious and deadly disease with a high patient mortality rate caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Although it most often attacks the lungs, this disease can also attack the lymph nodes, heart, central nervous system, and brain. \n\n As a type of infectious and deadly disease, TB is ranked second in the world, and Indonesia is ranked in the top five in Southeast Asia as the country with the most TB patients. \n\n \n\n Causes, Symptoms, and Methods of Treatment \n\n Indonesia is one of the countries in Asia that has the highest number of TB patients. Its rapid transmission through the air must make Hermina's friends and others alert because this disease is considered deadly if there is no proper and fast treatment. The treatment period is also quite long and must be consistent. To find out more about TB, here are the facts that hermina friends should know : \n\n 1. Cause \n\n The cause of TB is the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which attacks the lungs. Transmission of this disease occurs when a person breathes air contaminated with these bacteria. TB patients expel the bacteria in the form of mucus splashes when they cough and sneeze. \n\n Friends of Hermina need to know that people who are infected with the bacteria may not immediately pass it on to other people. People with active pulmonary tuberculosis have a big chance of spreading the bacteria to other people. \n\n 2. Symptoms \n\n In general, the most visible symptom of this disease is the prolonged cough suffered by TB patients. The cough is different from the usual cough because of its long duration. Besides that, there are other symptoms that Hermina friends should be aware of, including : \n\n \n \n Coughing up blood \n \n \n A pain in the chest \n \n \n Shortness of breath \n \n \n A cough that lasts 3 weeks or longer \n \n \n Easily tired \n \n \n Significant weight loss \n \n \n Loss of appetite \n \n \n Fever \n \n \n Chills \n \n \n Sweating at night \n \n \n\n 3. Risk Factors \n\n Everyone has the opportunity to be exposed to this contagious and deadly disease. Children can also be carriers of tuberculosis. Given this situation, it is reasonable to conclude that there are several factors that can increase a person's risk of contracting this disease. \n\n Therefore, it is important for Friends of Hermina to know what the risk factors are, because even having just one does not mean that Friends of Hermina will immediately get TB. These risk factors are the only conditions that can increase the chances of Sahabat Hermina getting TB. \n\n The following are risk factors that Hermina friends should know : \n\n \n \n People with low immunity, a history of diabetes, or HIV \n \n \n People who are close to or who care for TB sufferers \n \n \n People who make direct contact with sufferers \n \n \n People who live in unclean environments with poor ventilation systems. \n \n \n Current smoker \n \n \n People who consume excessive alcohol \n \n \n People undergo cancer treatment. \n \n \n Doctors or people who are nurses who treat TB patients \n \n \n People who consume drugs \n \n \n People who come to places that have a high TB outbreak rate. \n \n \n People taking drugs used to treat autoimmune diseases. \n \n \n\n 4. Method of Treatment \n\n Even though it is classified as deadly, TB can be cured by taking the right treatment and following the rules given by the doctor. The treatment period for this disease lasts 6–12 months, and you have to take TB medicine regularly; you can't stop even for a day. \n\n 5. Complications \n\n If TB sufferers do not get proper and fast treatment, it can cause bad things. Bacteria that attack the lungs can spread to other parts of the body. The following are complications that may arise due to TB disease if there is no prompt treatment : \n\n \n \n Back pain \n \n \n Swelling of the lining of the brain (meningitis) \n \n \n Problems with the liver and kidneys \n \n \n Abnormalities of the heart (cardiac tamponade) \n \n \n Damage to the joints \n \n \n\n 6. Risk of Anti-Tuberculosis Resistance \n\n Generally, after a few weeks of treatment, the patient will feel better. However, this condition must be watched out for because it does not mean that the TB bacteria have disappeared. Therefore, after undergoing intensive treatment, the patient must continue to undergo treatment until the disease is completely resolved. \n\n If treatment is interrupted or incomplete, the TB bacteria can reactivate and attack other parts of the body even more viciously. Incomplete use of drugs can also cause bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics. This condition is often called MDR TB, which usually makes it more difficult to treat because there are fewer anti-tuberculosis drugs that can kill this bacterium. \n\n TB is so terrible that Friends of Hermina and others must be more vigilant, especially if you have been exposed to it and stop the treatment period midway. Therefore, it is better to complete TB treatment completely, take good care of the environment, and live a healthy lifestyle so that you are not easily exposed to and infected with tuberculosis bacteria. \n\n Friends of Hermina can consult with a pulmonary specialist at the hospital about TB disease. Hermina's closest friend or Hermina's best friend can also consult online with a hospital specialist. Hermina through the Hello Hermina application. \n\n \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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