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GOT ASTHMA? Breathe Easy this Winter
By Jordan Hospital |

This article writes by 06 Dec 2011

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Photo by: Atlantic Photography Jordan Hospital Otolaryngologist Anit Patel, MD.

Now that winter’s here, many seasonal allergy (hay fever) and asthma sufferers breathe a sigh of relief since many outdoor allergens disappear until spring. Unfortunately, letting your guard down when the temperature drops can be dangerous if you have asthma or a compromised immune system.

In fact, in Massachusetts most hospitalizations due to asthma occur in fall and winter months-- not in pollen season.[1] Cold air, viruses, and indoor allergens can all play a role in taking your breath away this winter. Even those who have not been diagnosed with asthma can be at risk, with more time spent indoors and