Indoor dust is more dangerous, how to manage indoor air for allergic rhinitis patients

The Dangers of Indoor Air Pollution

Allergic rhinitis is highly sensitive to certain antigens, as well as fine dust and indoor air pollution.

Can you guess if I told you that 70% of the causes of allergic rhinitis in Korea are caused by dust mites and 30% by pollen? In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) has published a study showing that more people die prematurely from indoor air pollution than from outdoor air pollution.

Tips for managing the indoor environment

If you suffer from allergic rhinitis, you should be aware of indoor air pollution from bacteria, mold, fine dust, and harmful substances such as formaldehyde.

In particular, a lot of indoor fine dust is generated when cooking, so it is important to take care of it before and after cooking. If possible, it is recommended to run the ventilator for 20~30 minutes after cooking, and wipe off the oil splattered on the floor. It's also a good idea to spray a water sprayer to remove dirt and particles from the air.

Also, if you can afford it, we recommend that you buy an air purifier for your home. However, since air purifiers have the same capacity as air conditioners, they need to be changed regularly and used in a separate space from the humidifier. WHEN IT IS UNAVOIDABLE TO USE IT IN THE SAME SPACE, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO LEAVE A DISTANCE OF AT LEAST 2.5 METERS BETWEEN THE HUMIDIFIER AND THE AIR PURIFIER.

So, when is it best to ventilate? Usually, a lot of fine dust is produced in the morning~morning. Therefore, it is recommended to ventilate the room three times a day, preferably in a warm afternoon, for no more than 30 minutes per session.