Chest congestion refers to the accumulation of excessive mucus in the bronchi (airways leading from the trachea to the lungs) and lungs. This is the result of an overproduction of mucus when the mucous membranes become irritated and inflamed due to a viral or bacterial infection. The production of excessive mucus is the body’s way of expelling the infectious agent from the body. In some cases, chest congestion can be accompanied by breathing difficulties. Other accompanying symptoms include coughing, coughing up phlegm (which varies in color and may have an unpleasant odor), chest pain, wheezing (a whistling sound from the chest that occurs during breathing, usually deep breathing), tightness in the the chest, fatigue and fever.
Chest congestion with difficulty breathing can be due to several reasons. The first of these is colds and flu. Flu and colds are respiratory infections usually caused by viruses. Flu occurs when someone is infected with the influenza virus. Colds are caused by various viral infections, such as the rhinovirus and the parainfluenza virus.
Other causes of chest congestion include asthma and bronchitis. Asthma refers to a breathing condition in which there is narrowing of the airways, along with swelling and excessive production of mucus. It results in breathing difficulties, wheezing from the chest and coughing. Bronchitis refers to an inflamed lining of the bronchi that carry air to and from the lungs. Chest congestion with breathing difficulties can also be the result of allergies such as dust allergy and pollen allergy.
Another reason may be pneumonia (the inflamed air sacs of the lungs with fluid buildup due to an infection). Other reasons include emphysema (a condition resulting from damage to the air sacs of the lungs) and bronchiectasis (permanent widening and thickening of the bronchial tubes of the lungs that allows bacteria and mucus to build up in the lungs). In addition to respiratory conditions, heart problems can also lead to chest congestion and breathing difficulties. For example, in some cases, chest congestion and difficult breathing can be symptoms of a heart attack, which is a medical emergency that requires urgent medical attention through conventional treatment.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy can be very helpful in treating cases of chest congestion and breathing difficulties. Homeopathic medicines are prepared from naturally occurring substances that can be very useful in such cases. Homeopathic medicines tackle the root cause of the health problem and provide excellent results. They help to gradually reduce the intensity and frequency of this complaint. In addition to this complaint, they can also treat other accompanying signs and symptoms, such as coughing, wheezing, phlegm and chest pain. These medications are very safe to use without any side effects. It is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor. Self-medication should not be done under any circumstances. Homeopathy is recommended for cases of mild to moderate intensity. In cases of severe intensity of this complaint and when it arises from a serious cause like pneumonia or heart problems, homeopathy is not recommended and immediate help from the conventional mode of treatment should be followed as homeopathy has a limitation in helping such serious and serious diseases. fallen.
Homeopathic medicines for chest congestion with breathing difficulties
1. Arsenic album – High quality medicine
Arsenic Album is one of the most recommended medications to treat cases of chest congestion and breathing difficulties. In cases where this is necessary, the chest feels pinched. Wheezing (wheezing sound from the chest) is also palpable. The tightness in the chest and breathing difficulties become worse at night when you lie down. It is accompanied by marked anxiety and restlessness. There is also a cough. In addition, foamy mucus also occurs. Sometimes thick yellow, gray or green mucus is observed, varying from case to case. Sometimes vomiting also occurs shortly after consuming food or drink. A burning sensation is felt in the chest, along with the above complaints. One feels a burden on the upper chest. It is one of the best medicines for treating cases of asthma and bronchitis. A general weakness is clearly visible, along with the above signs and symptoms.
2. Hepar Sulph – With thick yellow mucus
This medicine is very effective when there is thick yellow mucus with chest congestion and difficulty breathing. The expectorated mucus has a bad odor. Difficulty breathing is worse if you lie on the left side. Tension is felt in the chest. There is a distinct rattling cough. It is made worse by exposure to cold air and consuming cold drinks. Coughing gets better if you wrap yourself warmly. A feeling of dust in the throat is felt. Wheezing is also there, along with the above symptoms.
3. Antimony Pie – With rattling cough and excessive expectoration in the chest
Antimony cake is the best choice of medicine when there is rattling cough with excessive accumulation of mucus in the chest. In cases where this medicine is needed, the lungs appear to be full of mucus, but only a small amount of mucus is spit out. The coughed up mucus is very thick and white. There is difficulty breathing. Coughing gets worse after eating. Chest pain may occur with these symptoms. Coughing and breathing difficulties are relieved by lying on the right side. Breathing also improves with burping. Antimony cake is the most prominent medicine for treating cases of bronchitis.
4. Ipecac – With chest constriction made worse by the slightest movement
Ipecac is a well indicated medicine when there is a tight feeling in the chest that worsens with the slightest movement. This feeling is accompanied by difficult breathing. There is a gasp for air and the patient rushes to open a window to breathe. There is a suffocating cough. It is accompanied by nausea and vomiting. There is vomiting of white mucus. In some cases, mucus is spit out. Cough occurs after a meal. During coughing, pain is felt in the abdomen, chest and head.
5. Silicea – with chest pain on deep breathing
Silicea is useful for chest pain on deep breathing, along with chest congestion and breathing difficulties. When this medicine is needed, a stabbing pain is felt in the chest. A tight feeling is felt around the chest. There is cough with thick and yellow lumpy mucus and mucus with an unpleasant odor. The mucus may also look like pus and sometimes be stained with blood. The cough gets worse when you lie down. It is also bad while talking and taking cold drinks. Difficulty breathing is worse when you lie on your back and also when you walk quickly.
6. Pulsatilla – With yellowish green mucus
This medicine is of great use when there is yellowish-green mucus. The mucus is worse in the morning. In cases where this is necessary, there is chest congestion and breathing difficulty, along with the above complaint. Breathing difficulties become worse when you lie on your left side. The person who needs this feels an aggravation of the complaint in a warm room and longs for fresh air to get relief.
7. Bryonia – With chest pain
This medicine is indicated for cough, breathing difficulties, chest congestion and chest pain. The chest pain is made worse by movement, coughing and deep breathing. The person who needs it holds the chest while coughing. Chest pain gets better with pressure. Breathing difficulties are worse after eating or drinking anything. Person must sit upright due to difficulty breathing. Along with the above symptoms, mucous-like lumps of jelly may appear.