Attention Running room heater all night can make it difficult to sleep, know its dangerous side effects

Winter Health Tips: The winter season is in full swing and it is common to resort to room heaters or blowers to keep yourself warm. But do you know that hiding under the quilt and keeping the heater on all night can prove fatal for you? According to sources, misuse of heater can not only spoil health but can also cause untimely death.

danger of death in sleep

Heaters can cause &8216;sleeping death&8217;especially when using gas heaters. The risk is highest. Running a heater in a closed room increases the level of carbon monoxide gas. This gas reaches the body and blocks the supply of oxygen to the brain, which can lead to brain hemorrhage and ultimately death of the person.

Warning for heart and respiratory patients

Running a heater is more dangerous for those who are already suffering from any disease.

• Heart disease: Due to increase in carbon monoxide in the room, heart patients may complain of severe chest pain.
• Asthma and respiratory problems: For asthma patients, the air from the room heater can cause obstruction in the respiratory tract. Similarly, for bronchitis and sinus patients, sitting near a heater may increase the problem of allergies, frequent sneezing and phlegm.

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bad effect on skin and eyes

• Room heater not only reduces oxygen, but it also completely eliminates humidity from the air.
• Skin Allergy: Due to dryness of air, the skin starts cracking and toxic particles get absorbed into the skin and further increases the allergy.
• Dryness in the eyes: Due to loss of natural moisture of the eyes, the risk of itching, irritation and infection increases.

Recognize the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning

If you feel headache, dizziness, stomach pain, restlessness, vomiting or weakness while using the heater, it may be a sign of increasing carbon monoxide in the body. In such a situation, immediately turn off the heater and go into fresh air.

Necessary precautions for safety

• Never leave the heater unattended: Turn the heater off and unplug it before going to bed or leaving the room.
• Maintain distance: Keep blankets, paper, furniture and flammable items at least two-three feet away from the heater.
• Take care of children: Keep pets and small children out of reach of the heater.

Disclaimer: The suggestions given in this article are for general information only. Consult a doctor for any health problem. Obnews does not confirm any kind of claim.