Asthma: Causes, Symptoms & Holistic Treatment

What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways that causes breathing difficulties. It occurs when the airways become inflamed, swollen, and produce extra mucus, making breathing difficult.
Types of Asthma
1. Allergic Asthma: Triggered by allergens like pollen, dust, mold, or pet dander.
2. Non-Allergic Asthma: Triggered by infections, stress, weather changes, or strong odors.
3. Exercise-Induced Asthma: Breathing issues caused by physical exertion.
4. Occupational Asthma: Caused by workplace irritants like chemicals or dust.
Common Causes & Triggers
• Environmental factors: Pollution, smoke, strong odors.
• Allergens: Pollen, dust mites, mold, animal dander.
• Respiratory infections: Colds, flu, bronchitis.
• Exercise or cold air exposure.
• Stress and emotional factors.
Symptoms of Asthma
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
• Wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).
• Coughing, especially at night or early morning.
• Chest tightness or pressure.
Homeopathic Treatment for Asthma
Homeopathy offers a natural, holistic approach to manage asthma by addressing the root cause and reducing recurrence.
• Arsenicum Album: For wheezing, anxiety, and breathing difficulties at night.
• Natrum Sulphuricum: Ideal for asthma triggered by damp weather.
• Blatta Orientalis: Helps in reducing breathlessness and mucus accumulation.
• Spongia Tosta: Useful for dry, barking cough with breathing difficulty.
Lifestyle Tips for Managing Asthma Naturally
• Use a humidifier to keep airways moist.
• Avoid allergens like dust, smoke, and pet dander.
• Practice breathing exercises & yoga to strengthen lung function.
• Eat anti-inflammatory foods like ginger, turmeric, and honey.
• Stay hydrated to keep mucus thin and prevent airway blockages.