PM 2.5 dust increases the risk of high blood pressure false information
Don’t believe it! PM 2.5 dust There is a risk of hypertension at any age. especially among women This has no relationship based on reliable medical information.
PM 2.5 dust increases the risk of high blood pressure false information
In the case of posting in online media that PM 2.5 dust is at risk of hypertension of all ages especially among women anti-fake news center Checked with Rajavithi Hospital, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health, confirming that it was not true. The information is fake news. There was no correlation based on medical data.
What is PM 2.5 particulate matter?
Information from the Department of Medicine indicates that PM 2.5 dust It is dust that is 25 times smaller than human hair with very small dust characteristics. when inhaled into the body it will be dangerous Dust problem can be found in the air all over the world. PM 2.5 small particulate matter that exceeds the standard It can cause problems for various systems in the body, including
- respiratory system air sacs in the lungs
- then cardiovascular system
breathing PM 2.5 dust continuously entering It increases the risk of chronic disease. Because normal people breathe about 5 liters of air into the body per minute, the concern is children and young people. Because children will have a higher rate of shortness of breath than adults. so have the opportunity to breathe polluted air, breathe PM 2.5 dust into the body more especially small children The younger the rate of breathing per minute, the higher the frequency. Small dust particles, PM 2.5, therefore affect children in the short and long term. Breathing will bring PM 2.5 particles into the child’s brain. even in the womb a pregnant mother breathes PM 2.5 dust It will destroy the fetal brain cells. Affects intellectual development and learning.
How does PM 2.5 affect the skin?
PM 2.5 dust It also affects the skin. because it can bind to chemicals and metals that lead into the skin It can cause harmful effects as follows:
- direct damage to skin cells
- causing abnormal function of skin cells Both involve the skin’s defense mechanism from the external environment. Including skin repair
- stimulates the inflammatory process of epidermal cells;
- PM 2.5 dust also causes skin rashes. Especially in people with skin diseases such as skin allergies. eczema will irritate it more or a recurring rash
- Prolonged exposure to PM 2.5 dust also causes the skin to age faster. Study in Germany and China Found more dark spots on the face. and more wrinkles around the cheeks
How to prevent PM 2.5
- You should refrain from doing outside activities. Or wear a mask that protects against PM 2.5 dust. If you go out for a short time, you can use a damp cloth to cover your nose to prevent dust from breathing into the body.
- Avoid exercising outdoors where the body breathes in particulate matter. that during exercise the breathing rate can increase to 10-50 liters per minute, 10 times more than normal
- Avoid hard work in open areas. Because the body will breathe more and more dust.
- Drink 6-8 glasses of clean water a day.
- choosing to eat nutritious food fruit and vegetables
- Parents should avoid taking their children, young children, babies outside, especially when the dust is more than the standard. If you take your child outside the house, you must wear a child mask.
Among the groups that need to be especially careful from PM 2.5 dust are young children, especially children with congenital diseases, who should closely care for children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with congenital diseases such as respiratory diseases. Cardiovascular disease, inflammatory eye disease and inflammatory skin disease If there are abnormal symptoms, consult a doctor. If your child has abnormal symptoms such as frequent coughing, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, suffocation, go to hospital immediately.
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