Asthma - Homeopathic Treatment Considerations

Asthma is usually caused by an unknown allergy and can be aggravated by infections such as colds and influenza, as well as by anxiety.

The lung airways contract, exacerbated by a build up of mucus in the tubes. Chest tightness is accompanied by breathlessness and wheezing.

Its acute phase can be very frightening, and even dangerous if the attack is severe, when the sufferer is fighting for every breath.

If this happens, seek medical help immediately: it can be dangerous to rely solely on self-help methods.

Asthma is an increasing problem in children, as many as 1 in 10 children are equipped with an inhaler for emergencies.

Constitutional treatment be a qualified homeopath is essential for a complete cure.

Consider the following remedies for mild attacks only.

Asthma requires detailed specific prescribing of the "right" homeopathic remedy.

Trial and error or shotgun prescribing does not work, and therefore we don't recommend self-medication. In fact, self-medication will complicate the overall symptom picture.

Below are only some of the remedies we may prescribe, please note how important the individual symptom picture is. Only when all symptoms, aggravation or amelioration are taken into consideration can a specific homeopathic remedy be selected. A further consideration is given to the potency of the remedy.

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Homeopathic Treatment Considerations:

Arsenicum - The attacks tend to occur between midnight and 3am and force you to sit up and catch your breath. You feel very restless and anxious, and feel better walking around, even though you are quite cold and weak.
Chamomilla - Your mood is one of extreme irritability; anger may even have brought on the attack. This remedy is especially helpful in treating irritable, asthmatic children.
Ipecac - Your chest feels full of phlegm that you cannot shift. This provides spasms of coughing, leading to nausea and vomiting. Fresh air helps.
Natrum Sulph - This is an important remedy if your attack are brought on by damp or wet weather. The attacks occur very early in the morning and can also follow colds or exertion.
Pulsatilla - You are an affectionate, dependent person and possibly hysterical during the attack. You need cool, fresh air; hot and stuffy rooms make you feel terrible.

NOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this website is accurate and current. We do not recommend self-medication, the information herein is not designed to replace the expert and individual medical advice provided by your Homeopath.