Can air conditioning be used for cough caused by wind-heat感冒?

Feb 26, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Ren Yi

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, if a patient with wind-heat感冒 (a TCM term for a type of common cold) is in a relatively warm environment and the condition is mild, using an air conditioner is acceptable. However, if the patient's condition is severe, using an air conditioner is not recommended. If the illness is serious or fails to improve promptly, timely medical attention should be sought. When using an air conditioner, avoid sitting or staying directly in front of the air vent to prevent cold air from directly stimulating the respiratory tract and worsening the condition.

Generally, if a patient with wind-heat感冒 (common cold with heat symptoms) is in a high-temperature environment and the condition is relatively mild, an air conditioner can be used. However, if the patient's condition is severe, it is not recommended to use the air conditioner. If the condition is serious or does not improve promptly, timely medical attention should be sought. Detailed explanation is as follows:

If a patient with wind-heat感冒 is in a high-temperature environment and only experiences mild symptoms such as slight chills and sensitivity to wind, it may be appropriate to use the air conditioner. At this time, the air conditioner temperature should be maintained at 26°C or higher to avoid excessively low temperatures that could worsen the condition. Additionally, the air conditioner should be turned off approximately every 3 hours to open windows for ventilation, ensuring indoor air circulation.

If the patient's condition is severe, accompanied by symptoms such as fever and cough, using the air conditioner may cause the body to become chilled, worsening the illness and prolonging the course of the disease. Moreover, prolonged operation of the air conditioner can cause dry air, which may exacerbate respiratory symptoms such as sore throat and cough. Therefore, in such cases, it is not recommended to use the air conditioner. Other cooling methods can be considered, such as using a fan or wet towels.

When using an air conditioner, avoid sitting directly in front of the air vent to prevent cold air from directly irritating the respiratory tract and worsening the condition.

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