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When you suffer from dry, chronic cough along with shortness of breath, it is normal to get worried and annoyed. You will want to know the cause and the cure. Note that it might be due to a condition called the interstitial lung disease.
Including almost more than 200 different lung conditions, interstitial lung disease refers to the inflammation and scarring caused in the lungs, which leads to less oxygen entering the blood. Mainly affecting the interstitial part of the anatomic struct...more
Including almost more than 200 different lung conditions, interstitial lung disease refers to the inflammation and scarring caused in the lungs, which leads to less oxygen entering the blood. Mainly affecting the interstitial part of the anatomic struct...more
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Homeopathy is now considered as one of the leading therapies that can efficiently deal with asthma trouble. Asthma is nothing but respiratory trouble, and it can be very much severe at times and this is the reason you should take some precautions from the very beginning.
This breathing difficulty or disability can now be treated with ease by using different useful homeopathy medicines. These medicines are mainly created by homeopathy researchers, and they have got improved formulations ...more
This breathing difficulty or disability can now be treated with ease by using different useful homeopathy medicines. These medicines are mainly created by homeopathy researchers, and they have got improved formulations ...more
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Silicosis is a lung disorder that develops as a result of exposure to dust, which has silica (chemical compounds) content. Silicosis significantly makes you prone to other serious health disorders. It is an incurable disorder and a prescribed dosage of medications in the form of cough syrups or antibiotics can help in the regulation of the symptoms. Inhalers are also useful to clear the blocked air passages. In extreme cases, the doctors might suggest a transplant of the lung to eradicate silico...more
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The lungs are made of tubes through which air passes in and out for exchange of gases, taking in alveoli. It is disease of alveoli to which finer air conducting tubes are attached. Over a period of time, with age and exposure to various agents, these tubules get obstructed. The amount of air that can pass through these is reduced, leading to reduced oxygen supply to the lungs and thereby the various body organs.
Symptoms: The symptoms of COPD can be easily understood if we realize how C...more
Symptoms: The symptoms of COPD can be easily understood if we realize how C...more
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Asthma is an inflammatory disease, which affects the airways of your lungs (respiratory tract that pumps oxygen into the lungs). It is long term in nature. It is characterized by shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing. It occurs a few times a day or a few times a week depending on the person it affects. Sometimes it worsens during the night.
What triggers Asthma?
Airborne particles such as dust mites, mold spores, pollen and cockroach waste.
Infections in the respirator...more
What triggers Asthma?
Airborne particles such as dust mites, mold spores, pollen and cockroach waste.
Infections in the respirator...more
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Asthma refers to a respiratory disorder, characterized by narrowing of the airways. This occurs when your body responds to a trigger, say allergens, exposure to cold air, heavy workout, or emotional stress.
What causes asthma?
According to Ayurveda, asthma occurs when the airways become narrow and eventually get blocked due to the accumulation of Kapha. As the airflow to the lungs is interrupted, as a person experiences difficulty breathing.
Asthma is caused due to e...more
What causes asthma?
According to Ayurveda, asthma occurs when the airways become narrow and eventually get blocked due to the accumulation of Kapha. As the airflow to the lungs is interrupted, as a person experiences difficulty breathing.
Asthma is caused due to e...more
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Asthma is a condition that severely affects the lungs. The airways become narrow and the lungs become inflamed. Its characteristic features include bronchospasm, reversible airflow obstruction and variable and recurring symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness. This might be caused up to 2 to 3 times a day.
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Causes:
Daily use of Paracetamol
Vaccines
Daily use of antibiotics
Cesarean sections
Asthma in family
Asthma is usual...more
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COPD, which is short for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a severe form of lung disease that is characterized by increased breathlessness and obstruction of airflow from the lungs. People who are suffering from COPD are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer, heart diseases and many other conditions. It includes progressive lung diseases such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, few forms of bronchiectasis and refractory (non-reversible) asthma. The former two are the most common c...more
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