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Fan air can cause muscle stiffness (especially in the neck and back muscles), thus aggravating non-specific muscle pain in the back or worsening arthritis. Therefore, it is preferable to reduce the fan speed or move it away.
He says: “In addition, the fan stirs up dust, which can irritate the respiratory system and increase the risk of an asthma attack. This problem can be solved by regularly cleaning the fan blades and using air filters.”
It should be noted that increased sweat evaporation may lead to fluid loss and dehydration, so it is recommended to drink water before bed and use a humidifier.
A person can sleep with a fan if it is not pointed directly at them (preferably towards a wall or on the rotation mode), there is no air draft in the room, and they are not sick or suffering from allergies/asthma. It is best to stop using it completely if they suffer from chronic diseases of the nose, ear and throat, neuralgia or dust allergy.
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