Effects of Poor Humidity
Allergies and Diseases Linked to Poor Air
Those hot summer days with no air conditioning can play havoc with your body and your breathing. This will be much worse if you have allergies or respiratory ailments. Outdoor high humidity can debilitate someone to the point where he or she may not leave home. In some extreme cases, hospitalization may be required. Similarly, air that is too dry can wreak havoc on your system.
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Allergic Reactions: asthma, dermatitis rhinitis which can be caused by dust mite fecal matter and dried body parts. Dust mites exist and reproduce by taking water vapor from the air. Allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma and bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) can be caused by sensitivities to dust mites, mold or animal dander. When the air is too dry, the allergic reaction to dust mites can be exacerbated, because these particles will be more plentiful.
According to a study on indoor humidity by researchers at the University of California, dust mites’ dried bodies and fecal matter can easily get into the lower lung airway because of their size; allergic reactions can occur for those who are susceptible.
Infectious Diseases: fungi like aspergillus fumigatus, bacteria like streptococcus, viruses like colds and flu. We know infectious diseases happen when organisms get into a body and multiply. Moisture in the air will help you and your family to better fight colds and the spread of unwanted viruses. Dry air is a hidden reason for the easier spread of viruses during winter.
Some other effects of dry air are as follows:
- Low humidity can result in drying and cracking of walls, furniture and floors.
- Dry air can be an irritant, negatively affecting moods.
- Dry air can aggravate headaches and cause nosebleeds, dry skin and itchy eyes.
- Pets can have the same complaints as humans.
- Static electricity.
