COPD: Avoid Trigger Factors

Key Points to COPD: Avoid Trigger Factors

You can reduce the risk of sudden exacerbations of the disease, avoiding trigger factors.

Key points

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  Study and avoid the main trigger factors for COPD.
  
  


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  Avoiding sudden exacerbations of the disease, you will feel better and can reduce the impact of COPD on your life.
  
  


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  Pay attention to the warning signs, regarding the sudden exacerbation of the disease. You may need to see a doctor.
  
  

The main trigger factors in COPD

The trigger factor is a circumstance that aggravates the symptoms and aggravates the disease. These include:

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  Such diseases as cold, flu, or pneumonia.
  
  


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  Contaminated air, smoke or smog.
  
  


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  Tobacco smoke.
  
  


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  Cool dry air, hot, humid air or high altitude.
  
  


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  Cleaning agents and other chemical components.
  
  


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  Pollen, dust and dust mite.
  
  


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  Wool, leather, or saliva of pets.
  
  


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  Gases and pairs of home heaters.
  
  


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  Refusal to take medication.
  
  

Not all patients have identical triggers. What can cause a sudden exacerbation of the disease in one person may not be a problem for another at all.

Why is it important to avoid trigger factors?

Sudden exacerbations of COPD can limit your activity. Sometimes, it can even lead to hospitalization. Avoiding sudden exacerbations, you can stay active and reduce the impact of COPD on your life.

That is why, it is important to pay attention to the symptoms. The exacerbation of the disease is due to:

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  The appearance of stridor and shortness of breath.
  
  


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  An intensified cough or discolouration of the coughing mucus.
  
  


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  The appearance of a fever, problems with sleep and a sense of fatigue.
  
  

How to avoid trigger factors?

To protect yourself from the impact of trigger factors:

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  Quit smoking. This is the main point from which treatment begins.
  
  


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  Use an air conditioner or an air filter in your home.
  
  


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  Prepare food near an open door or window, or turn on the fan.
  
  


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  If the streets are dusty or polluted air, stay at home and close the windows.
  
  

Protect your health

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  Go through the annual vaccination.
  
  


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  Consult with your doctor about the need for pneumococcal vaccination.
  
  


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  Wash your hands to avoid infections.
  
  


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  Adhere to a balanced diet, a healthy lifestyle and enough rest.
  
  


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  Do not forget to take medicines while traveling.
  
  

After you have read this information, you will be able to determine, and therefore avoid the triggers of COPD.

Consult your doctor

If you have any questions, contact your doctor.