Why does my room make my throat hurt?

Dry indoor air If the air in your home is particularly dry, your nasal passages and throat could dry out during the night, causing you to wake with a scratchy or sore throat. It’s common for indoor air to be dry during the winter months. Running your heating system during the night dries it out further.

Can being inside cause sore throat?

Dryness. Dry indoor air can make your throat feel rough and scratchy. Breathing through your mouth — often because of chronic nasal congestion — also can cause a dry, sore throat.

What in my house is making me cough?

Mold. Its spores can cause a stuffy nose, cough, sore throat, and itching. If you have mold allergies, lung problems, or a weak immune system, these spores can lead to a serious lung infection. Mold grows where there’s moisture, so watch for leaks in plumbing, walls, and the roof.

What diseases make you cough?

The following causes, alone or in combination, are responsible for the majority of cases of chronic cough:

• Postnasal drip.
• Asthma.
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
• Infections.
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• Blood pressure drugs.

Can a drafty house make you sick?

“You can’t get sick from being cold in general, whether you are outside or inside,” Fecher says. “Can you get sick from being cold? Yes, but not in terms of a cold or the flu. This comes from frostbite and/or even hypothermia.

What are the signs of poor lung function?

Common signs are:

• Trouble breathing.
• Shortness of breath.
• Feeling like you’re not getting enough air.
• Decreased ability to exercise.
• A cough that won’t go away.
• Coughing up blood or mucus.
• Pain or discomfort when breathing in or out.

Can a room make you sick?

Is your house making you sick? Don’t be surprised if the answer is yes. Toxins, pesticides, gases, mites, and molds are everywhere, and the more you’re exposed to them, the greater your risk for developing the health problems they can cause.