Know COVID-19 Precautions for Asthma Patients

COVID-19 in itself is a very dangerous virus as we all know but patients with moderate or severe asthma may be at very high risk of getting infected by the virus. This virus can block your nose and respiratory system and can cause an asthma attack. Here we will let you know COVID-19 precautions for Asthma Patients.

There are some facts about asthma in India which I want to tell you is that there are around 37 Million people are asthmatic which contribute around 11.1% out of total asthmatic around the world. There are 42% of related deaths in India.

First of all, let me tell you that there is no published data in support that Asthma patients are at greater risk of COVID-19 but there is an estimation that asthma patients are more prone to COVID-19 because it also directly attack on your nose, throat, lungs and on your respiratory system.

In the current scenario, it is important that asthmatics should take utmost care and avoid all the things which can affect them to got COVID-19.

Below, are some of the important points which can help asthmatic during COVID-19 days.

Can Asthmatic continue their Corticosteroid inhaler during COVID-19 days?

Asthmatic Patients should not stop taking Corticosteroid inhaler during these times because it is necessary to take these inhalers to control asthma unless it is advised by the specialist doctor to stop the said inhaler.

Asthmatic is placed on some steroids through the inhaler and during this pandemic days, it is necessary to control asthma so at least it can not help COVID-19 to damage patients more.

How to ensure that asthma inhaler must not be infected?

Never share your Inhalers with others to keep it from getting infected. Clean your inhalers regularly.

Is it safe to go to doctors for scheduled appointments or avoid the same during this pandemic days? 

It is advised that if your asthma is under control then not visit the doctor because if you go there may be increased chances to get COVID-19. If you want to update about your health conditions to doctors you can contact him telephonically. 

What if asthmatic got symptoms like fever and cough?

It is known that asthma is totally associated with breathlessness and cough but it is very unusual to have symptoms of fever so it is advised to visit/contact the doctor immediately. And follow all the instructions given by the doctors.

Some important points to be followed during these pandemic days

• Keep your asthma under control by following all the instructions given by doctors.

• keep taking your prescribed medicines and inhalers which is prescribe d by doctors.

• Don't change your medicines or inhalers without asking doctors.

• If going outside from home maintain social distancing especially from sick people.      

•  Cleaning your hands regularly with soap or hand wash for a minimum 20 seconds and sensitize hands with alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

• Avoid crowded places and gatherings.