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 activity also adds to discomfort.

4. Skin Dryness and Dehydration

Cold air and low humidity lead to dry skin, cracked lips, and dehydration. Many people drink less water in winter without realising it.

5. Heart-Related Concerns

Cold weather can cause blood vessels to narrow, increasing blood pressure and putting extra strain on the heart — particularly in people with existing heart conditions.

6. Reduced Immunity

Lack of sunlight, vitamin D deficiency, and seasonal infections can weaken immunity, making the body more vulnerable to illness.


Simple Tips to Stay Healthy in Winter

  • Dress warmly and protect hands, feet, and chest

  • Eat nutritious, warm meals with fruits and vegetables

  • Stay hydrated even if you don’t feel thirsty

  • Exercise regularly to maintain circulation and joint health

  • Manage chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, or heart disease

  • Seek medical advice if symptoms persist or worsen


When Should You See a Doctor?

You should consult a doctor if you experience:

  • Persistent cough or fever

  • Breathing difficulty

  • Severe body pain or weakness

  • Chest discomfort

  • Symptoms that don’t improve with basic care

Early medical attention can prevent winter-related complications.


Winter Health Care in Kamshet

At Mahavir Hospital – Emergency & ICU Care, Kamshet, we provide comprehensive care for seasonal health issues. With 24x7 emergency services, ICU support, in-house diagnostics, and experienced doctors, patients from Kamshet, Vadgaon Maval, Kanhe, and nearby areas receive timely medical guidance and treatment.

Whether it’s respiratory illness, joint pain, cardiac concerns, or general winter health problems, our team is here to support you.


Contact Information

Mahavir Hospital – Emergency & ICU Care, Kamshet
📍 Station Road, Kamshet Gaothan, Maharashtra 410405
📞 9822403422 | 🚑 87998 70018
🌐 https://www.mahavir-hospital.com

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