Bronchitis Introduction:
Bronchitis is an inflammation of tubes that carry air to your lungs. People with bronchitis often cough up thickened mucus. There are two types of bronchitis:
Acute Bronchitis: This is a common type of bronchitis. Its symptoms usually remain for few days to weeks.
Chronic Bronchitis: Chronic bronchitis lasts with recurring bouts of cough for at least three months to two years.
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Causes & Risk Factors
- Acute bronchitis is usually caused due to viral infection by the same viruses that give you cold & flu. Sometimes, it may be caused by a bacterial infection.
- Chronic bronchitis is caused by smoking & allergen such as air pollution, dust, toxic gases.
- Weaker immune system.
Homeopathic Treatment For Bronchitis
- Homeopathic treatment is strongly recommended for both acute & chronic bronchitis. Medicines should be taken strictly under the supervision of a homeopathic practitioner. Homeopathic medicines relieve its symptoms and control the frequency & severity of the disease. They also treat one’s underlying tendency to catch a cold. In chronic bronchitis, you may need long term homeopathic treatment. Here is a list of few commonly used medicines for bronchitis: Antim Tart, Rumex, Arsenic alb, Bromium, Bryonia, Spongia, etc.