Czech! 6 chronic non-communicable diseases NCDs If COVID is infected, it will have severe symptoms.

Patients in chronic NCDs or 6 NCDs if infected with COVID-19 Chances of complications and severe symptoms than usual.

Today (27 Jan ’20) COVID-19 Information Center Educating yourself about illness in NCDs can lead to more complications and more severe symptoms than if infected with COVID-19.

People with NCDs or chronic NCDs who are infected with COVID-19 have a higher chance of complications and severe symptoms.

Chronic non-communicable diseases (Non-Communicable Diseases) or NCDs refers to a group of diseases that are not caused by infection. Or from germs Not transmitted through contact or through a carrier (carrier) but caused by deterioration of the body. And partly from the careless lifestyle

Chronic non-communicable diseases group if infected with COVID-19 and the risk of severe symptoms What diseases are there? And how to prevent So far from the NCDs, let’s go find answers at the same time …

1. Diabetes Is a disease caused by disorders of blood sugar control This causes blood sugar levels to be higher than they should be on a continuous basis. This disease is caused by lifestyle habits. If it is, then it cannot be cured.

– Symptoms of people with diabetes are urinating frequently. Especially at night And thirsty than usual Losing weight more than usual And numb hands and feet If the diabetic eye Blurred vision may occur

Diabetes is prevented by controlling dietary habits. Avoid sugary foods such as soft drinks, sweetened beverages, and various desserts by reducing the amount you eat. Or reduce the amount of sugar They may also exercise to help lower blood sugar levels.

2. High blood pressure disease. Is a condition in which blood pressure is higher than normal, equal or greater than 140/90 Millimeter of mercury The normal pressure should be less than 120/80 mm Hg.

The risk factors associated with developing hypertension are age over 35, having a parent, sibling, or hypertension or diabetes. And lifestyle changes such as lack of exercise, obesity, chronic stress Drinking alcohol, smoking, and eating foods that are very salty.

Prevention of hypertension should reduce weight, reduce the amount of salt in the diet. Do not drink alcohol. Exercise regularly And known to let go and not be stressed

3. Stroke Also known as paralysis, paralysis is caused by the cerebral ischemia due to narrowing of the blood vessels. Clogged blood vessels Or broken blood vessels Resulting in brain tissue damage May be the cause of disability Or death And can occur at any gender and age

Important risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high blood cholesterol. Have a direct relative who suffers a stroke Lack of exercise, overweight, smoking, etc.

Methods for preventing stroke include eating a complete diet of 5 food groups and avoiding salty foods. Diet with high fat, exercise, weight control, no smoking, no alcohol, sugar control, blood pressure control. To be in the appropriate criteria and have regular annual health checks.

4. Heart disease It is one of the leading causes of death in Thailand, most often in those of the middle age and over and can occur for a number of reasons.

Most of the causes of heart disease come from daily life habits. Risky behaviors are the most effective. “Smoking” because more than 7,000 toxins in cigarettes block the oxygen delivery of red blood cells. Causing the heart to not receive enough oxygen Resulting in the heart to work harder Of which nicotine Carbon monoxide in cigarettes It will increase the viscosity of the platelet and cause blood clots. The coronary artery is blocked. Causing a heart attack In addition, there are other risk factors that can lead to people suffering from heart disease, including high blood pressure. Have abnormal lipids in the blood Have diabetes Metabolic syndrome Do not exercise Not eating fruits and vegetables And have accumulated stress

You can prevent heart disease by eating a healthy diet. Avoid foods high in fat and cholesterol, such as lean meats. Processed meat Foods and desserts containing butter, cheese, cream, cakes, and bakeries. Eat more fiber, such as brown rice, vegetables, fruit, and less sugar. Exercise regularly for at least 30 minutes, 3-5 times a week. Keep your weight in the proper range, refrain from drinking tea, coffee, all kinds of alcoholic beverages and smoking.

5. COPD A chronic disease in which the airways inside the lungs become obstructed slowly and the disease progresses gradually. Due to changes in the bronchi or pneumonia, bronchospasm narrows or obstructs it does not return to normal. This disease consists of two diseases: chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

The most important reason is smoking. Cigarette smoke contains many chemicals. When the lungs are exposed to cigarette smoke for a long time Causing changes within the lungs

Prevent disease by not smoking And avoid inhaling toxic fumes

6. Chronic kidney disease Up to 7,600,000 Thai people die of heart attack from cardiovascular disease, about 40,000 people per year or 108 people per day, more than 500,000 people have paralysis, kidney disease is a symptom or an abnormality that occurs in the kidneys. Working to expel waste from the body and to maintain the salt balance Including body water failure

How to prevent Avoid spicy food Not only is it very salty, but also very sweet, spicy, or even spicy food. Exercise regularly Drink enough water 6-8 glasses per day, avoid alcoholic beverages. Get enough rest Not working too hard, not stressful, reduce eating ready meals And annual health check

Prevention is better than treatment. The MPs campaign for everyone to change their behavior in order to stay away from chronic non-communicable diseases or NCDs by eating five groups of food, avoid sweet, salty, and add fruits and vegetables to their meals. Get enough rest Exercise regularly Avoid risk factors such as alcohol and cigarettes.

In addition, all people need to do in the COVID-19 epidemic situation is to wear masks, wash hands, keep social distances. And Scan Thai wins In addition to helping prevent COVID-19, it will also help prevent other diseases.