Read about Bronchitis Treatment & Remedies

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Read about Bronchitis Treatment Remedies

• Learn what is asthmatic bronchitis. Explore
  types, symptoms bronchitis treatment options

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How Is Bronchitis Diagnosed?

• Tests are usually unnecessary in the case of
  acute bronchitis, as the disease is usually easy
  to detect through your description of symptoms
  and a physical exam. The doctor will simply use a
  stethoscope to listen for the rattling sound in
  your lungs' upper airways that typically
  accompanies the problem.
• In cases of chronic bronchitis, the doctor will
  likely get an X-ray of your chest to check the
  extent of the lung damage, as well as pulmonary
  function tests to measure how well your lungs are
  working. The level of oxygen in your blood may
  also be checked with a small sensor that is
  clipped on your finger.

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What Are the Treatments for Bronchitis?

• Conventional treatment for acute bronchitis may
  consist of simple measures such as getting plenty
  of rest, drinking lots of fluids, avoiding smoke
  and fumes, and possibly getting a prescription
  for an inhaled bronchodilator and/or cough syrup.
  In some cases of chronic bronchitis, oral
  steroids to reduce inflammation and/or
  supplemental oxygen may be necessary.
• In most cases, you should simply do all the
  things you usually would do for a cold Take
  aspirin or acetaminophen for discomfort and drink
  lots of liquids.

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Home Remedies for Bronchitis

• For acute bronchitis
• During the acute phase of bronchitis, if you are
  experiencing fever, coughing, or wheezing, stay
  at home, keep warm, and drink plenty of fluids.
  You don't necessarily need to stay in bed, but
  don't overextend yourself. Consider using a
  vaporizer, or try inhaling steam over a sink full
  of hot water.
• For chronic bronchitis
• If you have chronic bronchitis, avoid exposure to
  pollution, paint or exhaust fumes, dust, and
  people with colds. Consider using a vaporizer or
  inhaling steam over a sink full of hot water or
  in a hot shower. If you smoke, quit.

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Managing symptoms at home

• Get plenty of rest
• Drink lots of fluids this helps prevent
  dehydration and thins the mucus in your lungs,
  making it easier to cough up
• Treat headaches, fever, and aches and pains with
  paracetamol or ibuprofen although ibuprofen is
  not recommended if you have asthma

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Stop smoking

• If you smoke, you should stop immediately.
  Smoking aggravates bronchitis and increases your
  risk of developing a long-term (chronic)
  condition.
• Stopping smoking while you have bronchitis can
  also be the perfect opportunity to quit
  altogether.

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Eucalyptus Oil

• Steam therapy is very effective when suffering
  from bronchitis. Adding eucalyptus oil will
  soften the mucus in the obstructed airways and
  its antibacterial properties will help in the
  healing process.
• Simply add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to
  boiling water and cover your head with a towel so
  that you can inhale the steam. If eucalyptus oil
  is not available, you can use pine oil or tea
  tree oil.
• Eucalyptus oil can also be applied externally on
  the chest. This will help you expel the mucus and
  improve the functioning of the respiratory system.

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Honey

• Honey is a natural way to deal with the cough
  that occurs with bronchitis. The antiviral and
  antibacterial properties present in honey will be
  soothing for the throat. At the same time, honey
  will boost your immune system.
• Adding one teaspoon of honey to your regular cup
  of tea will help a lot when suffering from
  bronchitis.
• You can also add honey to warm lemon water to
  treat congestion and throat inflammation that
  often accompanies bronchitis.

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