Winter Can Affect Your Health in Different Ways: What You Should Know #MahavirHospitalKamshet #DrVikeshMutha
By Dr Vikesh Mutha, Mahavir Hospital, Kamshet Winter brings pleasant weather, but it can also affect your health in several ways if proper care is not taken. Cold temperatures, dry air, and seasonal changes can weaken immunity and trigger various health issues, especially in children, elderly people, and those with existing medical conditions. Understanding how winter impacts your body can help you stay healthy and avoid complications. Common Health Problems During Winter 1. Cold, Cough, and Flu Lower temperatures and closed indoor spaces allow viruses to spread easily. Common symptoms include sore throat, runny nose, fever, and fatigue. 2. Breathing and Asthma Issues Cold air can irritate airways, worsening asthma, bronchitis, and other respiratory problems. People may experience breathlessness, wheezing, or chest tightness. 3. Joint and Muscle Pain Winter can increase stiffness in joints and muscles, especially in people with arthritis or back pain. Reduced physical activit...