As soon as the winter season arrives, people start facing problems like cold, cough and sore throat. This problem increases so much in this season that people fall ill due to cough. Due to this, many times people also have difficulty in breathing.
In such a situation, if you are also going through these seasonal problems, then Dr. Shrey Srivastava, Senior Consultant-Internal Medicine at Sharda Hospital, is telling why throat infection occurs in winter season and what you should do to prevent it.
This causes throat infection: As soon as the winter season begins, the temperature starts to drop, due to which throat infection, cold and cough become common. The polluted air blowing during the winter season has a bad effect on our respiratory system. Due to which throat infection spreads rapidly. Dry and cold air can irritate the lining of the throat, weakening its natural defense mechanism. Also, during winter people spend more time in closed spaces, which increases the risk of spreading viruses in the air.
People with weak immune systems are more susceptible to seasonal viruses like colds and influenza when temperatures drop. Also, the low humidity in dry and cold air dries up the nasal passages.
This makes it easier for bacteria to enter. People with pre-existing respiratory problems or a weakened immune system are at greater risk of throat infections and their associated symptoms.
To avoid throat infection or cold, it is most important that you maintain cleanliness around you. Whenever you go out, wear warm clothes. Wear warm clothes at home as well.
Regular hand washing reduces the spread of bacteria. Keep yourself hydrated to keep your throat moist and protected. Use lukewarm salt water for gargling
A balanced diet rich in vitamin C and antioxidants in your diet strengthens the immune system. Wearing a mask in crowded places and avoiding sudden exposure to cold air can also be helpful.
