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While the rainy season brings relief and peace on one hand, it also brings with it many health problems. Along with common symptoms like cold, cough and flu, eyes and skin can also be damaged during this season.
Many diseases occur due to high humidity and moisture during the rainy season. In such a situation, it is important that we pay special attention to the care of our body, especially the eyes and skin. Let us know what kind of problems can occur in this season and how we can avoid them.
1. Eye problems:
The risk of eye diseases increases during the rainy season. High humidity, polluted water and humidity increase the risk of bacterial and viral infections. Eye problems such as irritation, redness, itching and infection can occur. In addition, rainwater is often dirty, which increases the risk of eye infections.
Preventive measures:
– Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes when going out in the rain.
– If you feel any irritation or infection in your eyes, wash your eyes immediately with clean water.
– Wash your hands thoroughly and avoid touching your eyes.
– Consult a doctor before using any medicine or eye drops.
2. Skin problems:
Skin problems also become quite common during the rainy season. Due to humidity, skin problems like fungal infections, eczema and itching can occur. Apart from this, dirt and bacteria can cause pimples and allergies on the skin. The pollutants present in the rain water take away the moisture of the skin, making the skin dry and lifeless.
Preventive measures
– Always wear light and cotton clothes in this season to give the skin a chance to breathe.
– Avoid wearing wet clothes, this can increase the risk of fungal infection on the skin.
-Keep the skin clean and dry immediately after getting wet in the rain.
– Use moisturizer to keep the skin moist after bathing.
– Anti-fungal powders or creams can be used, especially on areas that are more affected by sweating.
3. Risk of cold, cough and flu:
Problems like cold, cough and flu become common during the rainy season. Constantly changing weather and cold winds can weaken the body's immune system, increasing the risk of viral infections.
Preventive measures
– Keep the body warm and dry. Avoid getting wet in the rain and change clothes immediately.
– Eat healthy and nutritious food to strengthen the immune system.
-Eat foods rich in vitamin C like lemon, orange and amla.
– If you notice symptoms of cold and cough, immediately consume home remedies like basil, ginger and honey.