Weather dependent: how the weather affects well-being

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Have you noticed that with the storm outside you too a storm is coming – bad mood, pressure, headaches, broken bones? All this and not only manifestations of weather dependence. Any changes in the weather can affect the well-being of people suffering from this disease. True, it is believed that this is a very subjective concept and in medicine it is often not even considered seriously.

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How weather affects people with joint pain

The weather especially affects those who have joint diseases – arthritis and arthrosis. Scientists have explained why this happens. The fact is that the reduced atmospheric pressure leads to the fact that the intraarticular fluid practically presses on the joint. That is, it stretches it and causes discomfort and pain. Is it dangerous? It will definitely not lead to a fatal outcome, but it will cause pain, which means it will affect the quality of life.

But for those who have aortic aneurysms, it is threatening and dangerous. A dilated vessel may burst. Therefore, it is important to monitor the pressure even without changes in weather conditions.

For whom is the weather a dangerous enemy?

As we have already said, for people with painful joints. And also for those with impaired heart function. After all, because of the cold, there is an increased risk of heart attacks. Low temperature affects the narrowing of blood vessels, spasms. The greatest danger is frost for patients with atherosclerosis.

Those who have bronchial asthma should not freeze for a long time. Cold can cause swelling of the bronchial mucosa. From here, suffocation is possible. It is especially dangerous when you have a runny nose and other breathing problems.

Hot weather can also affect your well-being. When it's above +30 degrees outside, the danger comes for those with atherosclerosis of the brain. In such people, the symptoms of weather dependence are lethargy, fatigue, but also an increased likelihood of a stroke.

People with obesity also have a hard time in hot weather. They sweat a lot and lose water, which means an increased risk of dehydration. Drinking more water in this case will be the right decision.

People with high blood pressure get dizzy and feel weak. Therefore, you should monitor this indicator in any weather.

What to do? Is it possible to “cancel” weather dependence? Hardly. But you need to follow your doctor's recommendations, stay warm during cold weather, and follow a healthy lifestyle. Giving up bad habits, moderate activity, balanced nutrition – all this can have the best effect on your well-being.