During the heat wave, many people leave the fan on until the morning, but experts warn that this way of cooling can cause more health problems.

A fan may make it easier to sleep in a warm room, but the air flow at night is not without consequences. Dr Hana Patel claims that people with allergies to dust or pollen may experience stronger symptoms because the fan blows the allergens around the room and makes it more likely that they will inhale them or come into contact with the skin, reports Metro.co.uk.

She cites waking up with a sore throat, itching or sneezing as the most common symptoms. The expert adds that the dust, mites, spores and pollen that fans create can make asthma worse, so for some people, especially children, they can cause more trouble than good.

Sleep therapist Natalie Pennicotte-Collier says a fan running all night dries out the lining of the nose, throat and upper respiratory tract, causing the body to produce more mucus. This is why some people wake up with stuffy noses, even if it’s not a cold.

Cold air can also affect the muscles. If the fan is placed too close, the constant blowing can cause muscle tension during sleep, so you may wake up in the morning with pain or cramps, and existing complaints may be more pronounced.

Experts also warn of drying eyes, mouth and skin, especially if the air blows directly on the face. To reduce the negative consequences, they advise pointing the fan at the wall or ceiling, using it only before bed or with a timer, and regularly cleaning both it and the room where you sleep. They also recommend drinking enough fluids during the day.

Source: prizrenpost