The rain in Jiangnan and South China continues! Expert Reminder: Beware of Fungal Allergic Asthma, Allergic | Rainwater | Fungal Allergy
The continuous rainfall in Jiangnan and South China has led experts to remind us that rainfall can easily lead to the proliferation of fungi, and we should be alert to the onset of fungal allergic asthma.
Experts said that when the rainstorm brings a lot of water, the humidity and temperature in the living environment, coupled with sufficient organic nourishment, is very suitable for mold growth. People with a history of allergies inhale a certain amount of fungal spores or hyphae, and as the concentration and amount of fungi increase, the symptoms will gradually worsen; People without a history of allergies should also be wary of sudden onset of fungal allergic asthma caused by gradually inhaling large amounts of mold.
Guan Kai, Director of the Allergy Department at Peking Union Medical College Hospital: Fungus is a saprophytic organism that spreads through spores, including mycelium, which float in the air. Especially our spores and mycelium fragments are very small, about micrometers in size, making it easy to reach our narrower airways, especially small airways and bronchioles below two millimeters. If inflammation occurs in our bronchioles and allergic secretions occur, the spasm of the airways can lead to asthma attacks.
Experts suggest that if furniture and other indoor items are soaked in floods, they should be thoroughly dried as soon as possible, and cleaning agents with anti mold effects should be used to remove mold as much as possible; At the same time, it is important to promptly dispose of items severely contaminated by mold. In addition, using fresh air systems or air purifiers can help reduce the content of mold allergens in indoor air; The sealant applied indoors can also be replaced with alternative materials that are not easily moldy.
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Guan Kai, Director of the Allergy Department at Peking Union Medical College Hospital: We need to do some treatment, including removing some items that are prone to mold at home, such as potted flowers or wooden furniture soaked in rainwater. If we are clear that fungal allergies are severe, we can come to our allergy department for evaluation and receive vaccine treatment for fungal allergens.
In addition, experts also remind that besides fungi, the reproduction of dust mites, cockroaches and other organisms can also lead to allergies and even asthma. Doctors and patients should pay sufficient attention to this.