Bronchitis is an inflammation
of the lining of the bronchial tubes, the airways that connect the trachea
(windpipe) to the lungs. This lining produces mucus and protects the
respiratory system.
BRONCHITIS |
There are two varieties of Bronchitis:
Acute Bronchitis:
An acute bronchitis condition comes on speedily and can cause severe symptoms, but it lasts only for a short time, means only for a few weeks. Acute bronchitis is most frequently caused by viruses and bacteria’s that can infect the respiratory tract and attack the bronchial tubes.
Acute Bronchitis:
An acute bronchitis condition comes on speedily and can cause severe symptoms, but it lasts only for a short time, means only for a few weeks. Acute bronchitis is most frequently caused by viruses and bacteria’s that can infect the respiratory tract and attack the bronchial tubes.
ACUTE BRONCHITIS |
Chronic bronchitis:
This variety can be mild to severe and is longer lasting.
This may lasts for several months to years. By name itself as it is chronic the
bronchial tubes go on to be inflamed, irritated, and produce increased mucus
over time. The most common cause is smoking.
CHRONIC BRONCHITIS |
Causes
- Viral infections
- Smoking
Signs and symptoms
- Cough with expectoration. Sputum may be thick white, yellow, or greenish mucus
- Mild fever
- Chills
- Headache
- Generally sickness
- Breathlessness
- Chest tenderness or tightness
- Wheezing (a whistling or hissing sound with breathing)
Homoeopathy Treatment for Bronchitis
- Aconite
- Belladona
- Antim Tart
- Bryonia
- Kali bich
- Merc.sol
- Ipecac
- Carbo veg
- Phosphorous
Homoeopathy Treatment for Bronchitis |
Management and Prevention
- Quit smoking
- Wash your hands properly
- Maintain general hygiene
Case Studies :
Case study 1
A male patient 40 years old visited my clinic with the
following complaints.
- Frequent cold since 8years
- sneezing present
- Thin nasal discharge
- Cough with thick and white expectoration
- Feeling of suffocation when lying down
His complaints worsen by cold weather, lying down and at 12
am to 1 am and better by sitting up and taking warm drinks.
His father was diabetic and mother was hypertensive.
His appetite, thirst, and urine were normal. However his
sleep was disturbed due to cough.
His mental symptoms were anxiety and full restlessness. He
likes to have friends and desires their company.
His case was completely analyzed and prescribed Arsenicum
album. He visited the clinic after one and half month and got rid of the above
complaints.
Case study 2
A female patient 21 years old visited my clinic with the
following complaints.
- Irregular cough with expectoration since 8 months
- Her sputum was thick and green expectoration and difficult to expectorate
- Feeling of drowsiness after attacks of cough
Her complaints worsen by cold and damp weather, lying down
and better by sitting up and expectorating.
Her father was diabetic and mother was obese.
Her appetite, thirst, sleep and urine were normal.
Her mental (mind) symptoms were anxiety and full
restlessness.
Her case was completely analyzed and prescribed Ant tart.
Her condition was improved after 2 months.
Note :
Homeopathic Treatment requires stringent individualization. Please do not take any medicine without consulting your Homeopathic Physician.
Homeopathic Treatment requires stringent individualization. Please do not take any medicine without consulting your Homeopathic Physician.