The curse of modern urbanized lifestyles are high level pollution, increased trend of smoking and rapid industrialization and the consequence of it is increasing number of patients suffering from Asthma.
The latest reports suggest that at least 15% of Indian population and 10% of the US population suffer from Bronchial Asthma every year. The recent survey reveals 30% of urban kids are suffering from asthma and problems associated with it like cold, fever and allergies.
Asthma is a chronic disease that involves inflammation of the lungs. Airways swell and restrict airflow in and out of the lungs, making it hard to breathe. Asthma can either be allergic or non-allergic. In allergic asthma, an allergic reaction to an inhaled irritant — pet dander, pollen, dust mites — triggers an attack. The immune system springs into action, but instead of helping, it causes inflammation. This is the most common form of asthma.
Non-allergic asthma does not involve the immune system. Attacks can be triggered by stress, anxiety, cold air, smoke, or a virus. Some people have symptoms only when they exercise, a condition known as exercise-induced asthma
The symptom of Asthma goes unnoticed for many years; later they have an asthma attack.
Some people have chronic shortness of breath that gets worse during an attack. The attacks lasts for minutes or days and sometimes can be dangerous if the airflow to the lungs becomes restricted.
Some people have chronic shortness of breath that gets worse during an attack. The attacks lasts for minutes or days and sometimes can be dangerous if the airflow to the lungs becomes restricted.
Primary symptoms include:
- Shortness of breath
- Wheezing — usually begins suddenly; may be worse at night or early in the morning
- Chest tightness
- Cough (dry or with sputum)
The conventional way of treating Asthma in allopathic is by using Bronchodilators. These functions in the form of inhalers, that gives a quick relief to the problem but often a temporary solution. These days more and more Asthma patients are turning towards Ayurveda for a natural and better solution.
Shathayu Ayurveda with its history of 111years has come up with a Very effective treatment for asthma, especially childhood asthma. Our Panel of doctors at Shathayu treats patients to improve the natural immunity of the body to fight against diseases and to decrease the allergies.
There are two stages in the treatment
- Medication for the newly diagnosed patients
- Chronic patients are treated with Panchakarma procedures and medicine for a long lasting cure
Preventive Tips for Asthma:
- Avoid cold and damp places. Do yoga mainly ‘Pranayama to improve lung functions.
- Avoid over eating. Take light dinner one hour before going to bed
- Avoid Tobacco, wine and smoking
- Keep rooms well ventilated. Avoid air conditioners, coolers and direct air
- Avoid perfumes, incenses. Mosquito repellents
- Drink boiled water in plenty or Ginger and cumin boiled water
