Air quality in Caracas, Venezuela, represents a constant threat to those who live with asthma. Garbage burning, temperature changes and the accumulation of polluting agents Increase the risk of respiratory crisis, so specialists have warned about the silent impact of these factors, especially in Children, girls, teenagers, older adults and people who do not have the possibility of attending a regular medical consultation.
External factors and asthmatic patients medication in asthmatic patients
Julia Martínez, pneumpediatra and asthma specialist, said the body has natural defenses to filter the air that breathes. However, In asthmatic patients these mechanisms do not work properlywhich causes a chronic inflammation of the respiratory epithelium – the inner layer that covers the bronchials – which decreases their response capacity.
“In Caracas, when an asthmatic person inhales air with smoke, dust or other agent, their lungs react with more sensitivity and that can trigger severe and frequent crises”Martínez added in an interview for The newspaper.
The expert indicated that in areas with a lot of traffic, such as the city center, People are exposed to vehicular emissions. There are also areas with humidity levels that aggravate the respiratory condition of patients. In addition, Martínez said, everyday garbage bones and sudden temperature changes are recorded that raise the risk for asthmatic, since They cause continuous irritation on the airways.
“These environmental conditions aggravate symptoms and hide the progression of the disease”warned. The doctor considers that asthma can be classified as mild, moderate or severe. Despite this, he said that there are many patients with minor pictures and that they adapt to breathing with a reduced capacity without noticing it. The “silent” and sustained deterioration in time, warned, can irreversibly alter the lung structure to derive in more severe chronic diseases.
External factors and asthmatic patients
Julia Martínez warned that many patients usually ignore the presence of environmental factors that aggravate asthma. Among the elements that complicate a health picture, he highlighted The seasonal presence of the grass plant known as “Capin Melao” (Melinis MINIflora)a herb that blooms between March and November, mainly in the El Ávila mountain rangesand whose pollen is irritating for some people.
The specialist added that another variable is the dust mites That, according to studies of postgraduate schools of immunology, they are present in more than 40 % of Caracas households. He commented that these microorganisms usually accumulate in poorly ventilated or difficult access areas, where cleaning is insufficient. “The edge of a fan can become an invisible hatchery if it is not properly disinfected with acidic substances, such as vinegar”said Martínez.
Martínez said that Mites directly affect those who have asthma because their particles trigger allergic responses when they come into contact with the organism. In sensitive patients, constant exposure irritates bronchi, narrows the tracks and hinders the passage of air. Therefore, it recommends correctly hygienizing the spaces, especially in mattresses, curtains and ranches little ventilated.
-“You have to control the humidity in the house, we must avoid it to the fullest, we have to clean, we can be very humble people, we can be people who do not have great wealth, but in the internal environment of the house there must be a cleaning and neatness.”he reiterated.
On the other hand, according to the specialist, when a person with asthma remains exposed to certain conditions canIt is developing symptoms such as changes in the nose, farming swimming, deformations in the palate, oral breathing and nasal voice. In advanced stages, even nails can show signals of damage due to prolonged oxygen lack.
These physical manifestations, he explained, are key to identifying non -diagnosed paintings. He added that many people get used to “Breathe badly” and normalize fatigue or constant congestion. Martínez said that these changes They should be taken as alert signs and that a timely medical evaluation allows the diagnosis to be confirmed and start a treatment that avoids greater complications.
Medication in asthmatic patients
Julia Martínez warned that Every patient diagnosed with asthma should maintain medical control continuous. Although it is not always necessary to go every month, he insisted that those who have frequent symptoms must attend at least every three months. In each consultation the lung capacity and the treatment is adjusted according to the clinical results and the individual needs.
The pneumologist said that one of the most common errors is to assume that all treatments work in the same way. “Asthma is not treated with general formulas. Age, the intensity of the symptoms and health conditions of each person determine what type of medication needs and in what dose”Martínez reported.
He also warned about the risks of self -medication. He revealed that the inappropriate use of inhalers or steroids can offer temporary relief, but hides the real symptoms and delays timely intervention.
“Many patients resort to home treatments with low -cost nebulizers, but these are not effective for proper asthma management. There are simpler and more accessible devices that, when used correctly, are much more effective to avoid complications and control the disease”the specialist declared.
To achieve a good asthma controlrecommended rigorous medical indications, seek specialized attention and maintain adhesion behavior with prescription medications. “This not only improves the quality of life, but prevents serious crises and long -term complications”concluded the doctor.
Without adequate treatment and constant medical control, many patients experience a progressive deterioration of their respiratory health. Recognizing time symptoms is crucial to control the disease, since, for Martínez, acting quickly can prevent serious crises and significantly improve the quality of life of patients.
