Very low visibility in Delhi
Although the pollution level in Delhi and some surrounding areas has reduced compared to the past, it is still at a dangerous level. The AQI is currently over 300, which is still higher than WHO standards. Not only outside, the air inside the house is also bad. Which can be dangerous for health. In such a situation, it is important to avoid polluted air. To protect themselves from this pollution, people are using air purifiers in their homes. At the same time, oxygen concentrators are also used in some houses to clean the air, but which one is more beneficial to protect from pollution. Which should be used and when? Let us know this from the experts.
Experts say that at this time both the oxygen concentrator and the air purifier can be used, but there is some difference in their operation. The oxygen concentrator increases the level of oxygen in the air. Increases oxygen by removing nitrogen and other gases from the air. This provides a good amount of oxygen to your body. Doctors generally recommend that people who have patients with diseases such as asthma, COPD, and bronchitis have an oxygen concentrator in their home at this time. This is because whenever pollution increases, the problems of patients with these respiratory diseases increase. They may even have trouble breathing. In such a situation, it is necessary to have an oxygen concentrator at home.
What is better between an oxygen concentrator and an air purifier?
Pulmonologist Dr. Bhagwan Mantri explains that the oxygen concentrator is better for preventing respiratory diseases, but the air purifier helps reduce air pollution. The air purifier removes dust, pollutants and bacteria from the air. When using it, clean air enters your lungs. Apart from patients suffering from respiratory diseases, common people also benefit from it.
Dr. Minister says that the oxygen concentrator serves to increase the level of oxygen, while the air purifier serves to purify the air. If no one in your house is sick, then it is better to use an air purifier instead of an oxygen concentrator, but if there are patients with respiratory diseases in the house, then there should be an oxygen concentrator along with the air purifier. But during this time it must be kept in mind that the concentrator must be from a good company and must be kept close to the patient.
Correct use of the air purifier is important
Doctors say proper use of the air purifier is also important. If you use it, try to run it for at least 6 to 8 hours a day. If the AQI in your area is above 400, you can use it for 12 hours. During this time, please note not to smoke near the air purifier. Keep the purifier in a place where there is adequate ventilation. Do not use a small purifier in large spaces.
keep these things in mind
leave the house with a mask
Protect from spills, fumes and dirt.
watch your diet
Do not exercise in contaminated air.
