Infectious disease doctor Lyudmila Katanakhova reported that an air conditioner can be a source of health hazard.
Doctor Katanakhova warned about the possible harm of an air conditioner to human health. The doctor drew attention to the fact that microorganisms and viruses that settle inside the device can become pathogens for serious diseases.
“When using air conditioners, you can become infected with various infections: bacterial, fungal, viral,” the infectious disease specialist warned in a comment to Gazeta.Ru.
Katanahova specified that exposure to air conditioning indoors can lead to colds and sinusitis – inflammation of the mucous membrane of the paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity. In this case, there is a risk of the inflammatory process spreading to other organs and tissues, including the brain, which is fraught with life-threatening complications.
In addition, the air conditioner can be a source of meningitis pathogens. This disease causes inflammation of the membranes of the brain and spinal cord, the conditions it causes often result in serious long-term health consequences, disability, and even death.
“Meningitis pathogens are transmitted mainly by airborne droplets, and in 2020, scientists discovered microorganisms that cause it in car air conditioners during a study,” the expert said.
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote that sleeping with the TV on threatens weight gain.
Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Lyudmila Katanakhova Health, MD, PhD, chief infectious diseases specialist of the Department of Health of Yugra (Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug).