How is emphysema treated?

Emphysema is also a common symptom in life, and similar situations can occur both at home and outside. No matter when it occurs, as long as it is discovered in time and the correct treatment method is carried out accordingly, the condition can be effectively improved or regulated. No matter what form of disease it is, it has its own unique cause. Only by understanding this can we treat it.

The cause of the disease is the fuse. Only by correctly understanding the cause of the disease can we research corresponding treatment and improvement methods. Only the correct treatment can restore the body to a healthy state, no matter what type of treatment is used. So how is emphysema treated?

Family treatment measures

Stay away from air pollution, maintain environmental hygiene, reduce air pollution, stay away from industrial waste gas; go to public places less often to prevent colds. If necessary, you can change to a clean and fresh working environment. Do not use aerosol sprays.

Do breathing exercises

You can do breathing exercises to improve respiratory muscle function. The method is to inhale through the abdomen and exhale through the chest. Breathe deeply through your nose, inhale deeply with your mouth closed, and exhale slowly with your mouth slightly open. Repeated practice is very effective. If symptoms are severe, low-concentration oxygen can be administered.

Use steam inhalation

Steam inhalation can help loosen phlegm in the lungs. First, fill a small box with boiling water. Close your eyes, cover your head with a towel, and inhale the steam for 2-5 minutes. To further improve breathing and relieve nasal congestion, add a few drops of one or more essential oils to the hot water (see "Aromatherapy" for a list of suggested essential oils).

Quitting smoking

See Pneumonia section. Treat the primary disease, because more than 90% of emphysema develops from chronic lung diseases such as chronic bronchitis and bronchial asthma. Therefore, the treatment of emphysema should first be the treatment of primary diseases such as chronic bronchitis and bronchial asthma. Only when these primary diseases are controlled can the development of emphysema be prevented. Please refer to the relevant section for treatment of the underlying disease.

Go to places with fresh air to exercise

Walking and exercising more can increase the body's tolerance. Regular moderate exercise in fresh air is beneficial to the body's recovery.

Medicated compress therapy

① 6 grams of borneol, 15 grams of white alkali, and 60 grams of pine cone powder. Rinse with boiling water and apply to the patient's chest and back with a new towel while it is still hot. The symptoms will be relieved after 20 minutes.

② Green radish

Cut 500 grams of ginger into shreds and 15 grams of ginger into slices. Stir-fry over high heat until half cooked. Wrap it with gauze and apply hot compress on the navel for 15 minutes, twice a day. The effect will be seen after one course of 7 days. You can also use castor oil compresses on your chest and back.

Nutrition and Diet Therapy

Try to choose soft foods and eat foods that do not require much chewing. For example, porridge, steamed fish, vegetable soup, etc., people with chronic lung disease are prone to breathing difficulties when chewing.

Eat more vegetables, and raw fresh vegetables should account for 50% of your diet. You should eat some onion and garlic every day.

Avoid foods that easily produce gas, such as beans, cabbage, etc. Because these foods bloat the abdomen and affect breathing. Hot, clear beverages (eg, herbal teas) should be used to help clear the mucus. It is beneficial to use ABC Colon Cleanser after drinking such beverages. Mix ABC with a glass of juice and drink it quickly. This helps clear excess mucus from the colon and reduces bloating.

The above introduces how to treat emphysema. Only by mastering the correct treatment method can we better restore our bodies to their previous healthy state. We need to pay attention to both diet and lifestyle habits, because these aspects can also effectively treat and improve the symptoms of emphysema.