Be aware of the dangers of air pollution, it can promote wet lung disease – Trans 7

Jakarta – Air pollution often occurs in several regions of Indonesia, including the capital city of Jakarta. According to data collected by IQ Air, on Tuesday (10/1/2024) at 09.00 WIB, the air quality index in Jakarta was 158 (unhealthy), with the main pollution PM 2.5. This concentration is even 13.2 times higher than the annual air quality guideline value set by the World Health Organization (WHO).

The effects of air pollution are very dangerous for human health, especially for the lungs. Dr. Naindra Kemala Dewi, SpP, a lung disease specialist from Mayapada Hospital, South Jakarta, said air pollution is one risk factor for “wet lung” disease.

For reference, the term “wet lung” refers to various conditions in which fluid accumulates in the lungs; One of them is pneumonia, an infectious disease that is usually caused by bacteria, germs or viruses.

The general term “pneumonia” refers to a lung health condition in which there is inflammation of the lung membranes, causing a build-up of fluid in the lung tissue.