Situations caused by the effect of cold on chronic diseases:
Heart patients have an increased risk of heart attack due to vascular narrowing, changes in blood flow and blood pressure.
If people with blood pressure and heart disease have a respiratory infection, flu medications and painkillers should be used very carefully. Because they can cause changes in blood pressure and heart rhythm
The same situation manifests itself in people with stenosis in the leg arteries, with an increased risk of gangrene as a result of staying in the cold for a long time.
Damage/numbness in the foot nerves, especially diabetes. Those who are sick may not fully realize the severity of the cold. In individuals with such a sensory defect, the damage caused to the foot, for example by a newly purchased boot that hurts the foot, may be much more severe.
On the other hand, heaters and hot water bottles used to warm the feet or the body can cause nerve damage, which we call neuropathy. On the contrary, it may pose a risk of burns to people.
Prostate enlargement or problems with urination may increase further. Flu medications may cause difficulty in urination in these people.
The choice of clothing in winter should be appropriate. If the feet get wet, immediate action should be taken.
The skin may crack due to cold. These areas create an entrance gate for microbes, especially in diabetics, and pave the way for infections.
Risks due to lifestyle and climate changes in winter:
Blood circulation in the skin and mucous membranes in cold weather decreases. Therefore, decreased blood circulation causes microbes to settle more easily and cause infection. Skin dryness should be prevented, and exposed skin parts should be protected with appropriate clothing.
As the feeling of thirst is low, there may be a decrease in adequate fluid intake.
Lack of ventilation inside buildings in winter or drying of air due to heating should be prevented.
There may be an increase in the desire to snack, including longer nights, changes in meal times, and fatty and sugary foods.
Exercising less than usual in summer may cause weight gain, increase in blood sugar levels, and increase blood clotting. It may cause problems in terms of vascular health with an increase in the risk of cancer.
Maximum attention should be paid to hygiene rules in common areas. Handshaking and kissing should always be avoided, especially during epidemic periods. In addition to the things that everyone comes into contact with (public transport, door handles, money), keys, wallets, steering wheels, gearboxes, car door handles, etc. The desk, keyboard-mouse, pens, stamps and phones should be cleaned from time to time.
Low alcohol cologne wipes, antiseptic solutions or gels.
Risks due to slip and fall
Especially people with balance problems, blood pressure and sugar disorders, rhythm disorders should be more careful in rainy, snowy and icy weather. must.
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