Allergist-immunologist Chernyshova: Russians are becoming more prone…
Allergist-immunologist Chernyshova: Russians are becoming more prone to "air conditioner allergy".
Consensus
- Russia has seen an increase in cases of 'air conditioner allergy' during the summer.
- Symptoms of the condition include rhinitis, bronchial asthma, conjunctivitis, nasal swelling, sneezing, coughing, eye itching, redness, and tearing.
- Air conditioners themselves do not cause allergies but create a favorable environment for bacteria, mold, and fungi to grow.
- Poor maintenance and frequent use of air conditioners worsen the problem.
- Dust in air conditioners has a 70% chance of harboring dust mites, which can trigger year-round household allergies.
- Office workers are particularly at risk due to prolonged exposure in enclosed spaces.
- Symptoms typically appear by the end of the workday.
- Recommended preventive measures include cleaning filters every 2–4 weeks, maintaining indoor humidity at 40–60%, regular ventilation, and avoiding excessive cooling.
- The condition is often mistaken for viral infections or seasonal pollen allergies.
Points of divergence
- The main cause of the allergy is accumulated pollution in air conditioners, which creates a favorable environment for bacteria, mold, and fungus. — tg_moscowmap
- In 5 out of 10 cases of unexplained allergic reactions, the cause is 'air conditioner allergy'. — tg_bazabazon
- A doctor warned that air conditioners without proper maintenance can lead to severe respiratory diseases, including pneumonia, bronchitis, and even death. — m24
Coverage (3 sources)
- 🤧 Russians are suffering from 'air conditioner allergy' more often, says baza — Новости Москвы
- Russians are increasingly suffering from 'air conditioner allergy' during the summer season — Baza
- Allergist-Immunologist Chernyshova: Russians are becoming more prone to "air conditioner allergy" — Москва 24