Asthma attacks all age groups but often starts in childhood. It is a disease characterized by recurrent attacks of breathlessness and wheezing, which vary in severity and frequency from person to person. In an individual, they may occur from hour to hour and day to day.
Signs & Symptoms:
- Itchy chin
- A cough that doesn’t go away, especially at night
- Itchy,
- scratchy,
- sore throat
- Waking up at night
- Dark circles under eyes
- Runny, stuffy or congested nose
- Increased tiredness
- Peak Flow readings in the "Yellow Zone"
- Mood change – grouchy or extra quiet
- Thirst
- Itchy
- Glassy or watery eyes
- Rubbing nose a lot
- Sneezing
- Stomach ache
- Headache
- Fever
- Feeling restless
- Change in face color – pale or flushed
- Throat clearing
- Eczema flare-up
Cause:
Exposure to various irritants and substances that trigger allergies (allergens) can trigger signs and symptoms of asthma. Asthma triggers are different from person to person and can include:
Airborne substances, such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander or particles of cockroach wasteRespiratory infections, such as the common coldPhysical activity (exercise-induced asthma)Cold airAir pollutants and irritants, such as smokeCertain medications, including beta blockers, aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen (Aleve)Strong emotions and stressSulfites and preservatives added to some types of foods and beverages, including shrimp, dried fruit, processed potatoes, beer and wineGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which stomach acids back up into your throat
How To Cure:
1. Clove : Take 5-6 cloves and boil them in half a glass of water, followed by adding a spoon of honey. It is an excellent remedy in curing asthma at home and should be consumed twice in a day for beneficial results.
2. Ginger : Ginger has so many benefits on your heath and body. It is equally effective against asthmatic treatments. Make a juice with equal quantities of ginger, pomegranate, and honey. Consume it 2-3 times a day for effective results.
Else, take one tbsp of ginger juice. Mix it up with a tbsp of honey and two tbsp of dried fenugreek seeds. Soak it overnight and consume it every morning to detoxify your lungs.
3. Mustard Oil : Take some mustard oil and mix camphor in it. Massage with it all over the chest, till you get relief from the asthma. Make sure that you warm the oil before massaging with it so that your chest feels the warmth and gets relieved quickly.
