Air Conditioning Sickness: Can AC Make You Sick?

The cold air produced by ACs is not inherently harmful. However, you may start to see symptoms of air conditioning sickness if your AC fails to restrain the bacteria, mold, fungi, dander, etc., that are thriving in the air-conditioned room.

If your home or workplace is already brimming with nasty bacteria and mold, your AC will only circulate this infected air. Although some ACs are good at removing particulate matter, they cannot obviate the inhabitancy of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms dwelling on a room's walls, floors, or ceiling. These allergens are often airborne, leading to stuffy noses, sore throats, and in some cases, difficulty breathing.