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Suppressing your sneeze or cough can be fatal say experts. Here’s why

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Updated on: 28 December,2023 10:30 AM IST  |  Mumbai
Aakanksha Ahire | aakanksha.ahire@mid-day.com

Most people find sneezing or coughing in front of others embarrassing, especially in public places. However, holding them back can have serious consequences on one’s health from causing damage to the eyes, ears, and lungs

Suppressing your sneeze or cough can be fatal say experts. Here’s why

By holding back a sneeze and trapping infectious particles inside, one could be prolonging their sickness or spreading germs to others. Photo Courtesy: iStock

Key Highlights

  1. Sneezing is one way that our bodies expel viruses and bacteria from our respiratory system
  2. Holding back your sneeze or cough can cause damage to the ear, chest and airways, rupture
  3. When someone suppresses a sneeze or cough and begins to experience discomfort, it`s crucia

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