If you’ve found yourself coughing more at night, feeling breathless during your morning walk, or reacting to even the slightest temperature change, you’re certainly not alone.
Across India, doctors are reporting a 25–30% rise in asthma flare-ups, and a 30–35% increase across Punjab and the Tricity region. Sudden swings between warm afternoons and chilly evenings, rising pollen counts, crop-burning smoke, and dry winter air are all irritating already-sensitive airways.
As Dr. Arvind Malhotra, Consultant Pulmonologist, explains:
“Asthma tends to worsen during transitional weather. Dry, cold air and winter pollutants make the airways more reactive, which is why many patients experience a surge in symptoms during this season.”
— Dr. Arvind Malhotra, Consultant Pulmonologist
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Asthma isn’t simply “difficulty breathing”. It’s a chronic condition where your airways become overly sensitive. When exposed to triggers like dust, pollen, cold air, smoke, or strong odours, the airways tighten, swell, and produce excess mucus, making each breath feel heavier than usual.
Asthma cannot be cured, but with the right care, it is highly manageable.
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Case: Manpreet, 29, Zirakpur — “The fog made it worse.”
Every winter, Manpreet struggled with breathlessness during her morning commute. Fog, pollution, and perfume sprays at her workplace made her symptoms intensify. After switching to a daily preventer inhaler and adding a HEPA filter at home, her symptoms improved by 65% within 3 months.
Seasonal changes make asthma unpredictable. Understanding your triggers is your strongest defence.
Dust mites thrive in warm fabrics pillows, bedding, carpets, and curtains and their numbers increase during weather transitions.
Quick Fixes:
India remains one of the most polluted countries, and high pollution levels directly increase asthma flare-ups. Seasonal spikes occur due to:
Prevention:
Pollen levels rise dramatically during seasonal transitions, instantly worsening asthma symptoms.
Cold air narrows the airways, and even a 2–3°C drop can trigger breathlessness.
“Cold air is one of the most underestimated asthma triggers. Cover your mouth and nose when outdoors — it warms the air before you inhale it.”
— Dr. Malhotra
Common irritants include incense sticks, perfumes, Phenyl cleaners,Mosquito sprays, room fresheners, etc.
Better Choices:
Exercise-induced asthma is easily manageable.
Stress alters breathing patterns and increases airway inflammation.
Asthma treatment has advanced significantly. Understanding these options puts you in control.
Useful during severe attacks, especially for children and the elderly.
Oral tablets that reduce inflammation caused by allergies.
A breakthrough option for patients who do not respond to standard treatments.
Case: Harbhajan, 55, Ludhiana
Years of exposure to industrial pollution had led to severe asthma. After starting biologic therapy, his emergency hospital visits dropped by 80%, allowing him to breathe comfortably even during harsh winter months.
“Consistency is the key in asthma care. Most flare-ups occur because patients stop their preventer inhalers too soon. Maintain your routine even when you feel well.”
— Dr. Malhotra
Asthma attacks can escalate quickly - never wait it out.
Asthma doesn’t have to control your life. With the right knowledge, daily habits, and modern treatment options, you can breathe easier and live stronger — regardless of the weather.
Breathe smart. Live strong.
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