IN PHOTOS: Can Mumbai’s worsening air quality enhance COPD symptoms?

Updated On: 19 November, 2023 11:07 AM IST | Editor

The deteriorating air quality in Mumbai poses a significant threat to individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), as the poor Air Quality Index (AQI) can intensify their symptoms, informs Dr Harish Chafle, pulmonology and critical care, Global Hospitals, Parel Mumbai. 

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The deteriorating air quality in Mumbai poses a significant threat to individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), as the poor Air Quality Index (AQI) can intensify their symptoms, informs Dr Harish Chafle, pulmonology and critical care, Global Hospitals, Parel Mumbai.

<p>The increased exposure to particulate matter such as PM 2.5, PM 10, ozone and other pollutants in the air exacerbates respiratory issues among individuals with COPD</p>

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The increased exposure to particulate matter such as PM 2.5, PM 10, ozone and other pollutants in the air exacerbates respiratory issues among individuals with COPD

<p>These tiny particles, especially PM 2.5 and PM 10, can penetrate deep into the lungs, causing inflammation and aggravating pre-existing respiratory conditions</p>

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These tiny particles, especially PM 2.5 and PM 10, can penetrate deep into the lungs, causing inflammation and aggravating pre-existing respiratory conditions

<p>The presence of elevated levels of pollutants in the air becomes particularly detrimental for those with COPD, as they are more susceptible to the adverse effects of air pollution</p>

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The presence of elevated levels of pollutants in the air becomes particularly detrimental for those with COPD, as they are more susceptible to the adverse effects of air pollution

<p>Individuals with COPD experience compromised lung function, and the heightened pollution levels in Mumbai contribute to a more challenging environment for them</p>

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Individuals with COPD experience compromised lung function, and the heightened pollution levels in Mumbai contribute to a more challenging environment for them

<p>The pollutants present in the air can trigger respiratory distress, worsen breathing difficulties and lead to increased frequency and severity of COPD symptoms</p>

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The pollutants present in the air can trigger respiratory distress, worsen breathing difficulties and lead to increased frequency and severity of COPD symptoms

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