Is steam good for asthma attack?
My son gets asthma attacks sometimes and it's very scary. My neighbour told me to give him steam when it happens. Is steam actually good to use during an asthma attack?
My son gets asthma attacks sometimes and it's very scary. My neighbour told me to give him steam when it happens. Is steam actually good to use during an asthma attack?
Nahi bhaiya, asthma attack ke time steam lena bohot risky ho sakta hai. Humare yahan ek padosi ne try kiya tha aur unhe saans lene mein aur dikkat hone lagi thi. Aap seedhe doctor ke paas jao ya inhaler use karo, isme bilkul der mat karo.
Actually no! Steam can sometimes trigger more coughing during an attack 🙈 Better to stick to your emergency inhaler and keep calm. Wishing you speedy relief, take care! ✨
Honestly, never play around with breathing issues. I once ignored my chest tightness thinking steam would fix it, and ended up in the emergency ward. If it is an actual attack, please go to a hospital immediately instead of trying home remedies.
Actually steam se condition aur kharab ho sakti hai yaar. Moist air sometimes makes it harder to breathe when your lungs are already struggling. Don't experiment with this, just get medical help or use your pump.
Beta, steam is good for a normal cold or nose block, but for asthma attack it is not safe at all. Hot humid air can sometimes block the airways even more. Please use your doctor-prescribed inhaler or nebulizer right away.
I am not a doctor so I cannot give medical advice, but as someone with asthma, steam has never helped me during an attack. In fact, the hot vapor made me feel more suffocated. I always rely only on my prescribed pump.
Arey steam momos ke liye acchi hai, asthma attack ke liye nahi! Jokes apart, please keep that steamer away during an attack. Use your actual inhaler and call your doc if it doesn't get better.
My grandmother always suggests warm liquids for chest congestion, but for a proper asthma attack, she also says not to experiment. Our family doctor strictly told us that steam can aggravate airway spasms during an attack. Please consult your physician soon.
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