Although It Can Make The Air Cool, Fans Have Bad Effects If Used During Sleep

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JAKARTA - Fans can really help reduce discomfort at hot nights, but the use of these devices can also be the cause of disruption if it is dirty or too close to the body.

Cool air, either from an open window or an electric fan, can help people breathe better unless the air is very dry, says Dr. Michael Benninger of the Head and Neck Institute at the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio.

Fans also produce sound with frequencies that can help people fall asleep. But if you often wake up in muscle aches, you should not put the fan too close to your body during sleep. According to Sleep Advisor, stiffness and muscle aches can occur due to the concentration of cold air in certain parts of the body that make muscle tense and cramps.

"This problem is common for people who sleep with fans near their faces and necks. If you wake up with stiff necks in the morning, it may be because of the persistent wind" according to the broadcast of the Sleep Advisor page. In addition to the body's interior, air can also affect the outside of the body, one of which is the skin.

People whose skin tends to dry can get drier due to continuous airflows. For those who have sensitive skin, using moisturizer or lotion can help. Fans can be very dusty and mites. If fans are rarely cleaned, there will be bad effects on health, especially on those who have allergies.

When used throughout the night, fans can throw away and circulate dangerous particles around the room. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) says dust mites are the most common Allergic triggers. Health experts recommend individuals who are prone to allergies regularly clean up fans, carpets, and beds to avoid allergen exposure indoors.

Overall, fans are safe to use when sleeping in many cases. People who wake up with dry skin, allergic reactions or muscle aches need to look for alternatives or change how to use a fan and regularly clean it.

To deal with the heat at night, wearing thinner clothes, keeping the body hydrated, for example by putting drinking water next to the bed, or taking a shower before bed can be an alternative according to a Medical Daily health information page broadcast.