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Treatment Of COPD
Welling Clinic o ers specially formulated Homeopathytreatment
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for COPD. The treatment protocol has been developed after an

exhaustive in-house research. Our clinicsconsults for more than 12000 patients of

COPDglobally, every year. You too can be bene tted by our expertise in the

treatment of COPD.

WHAT ISCOPD? Table of Contents Quick Links

COPD or chronic obstructive
1 WHAT ISCOPD?
pulmonary disease, is a
2 Causes of COPD Book Appointment
progressive disease that
3 Symptoms of COPD
makes it hard to breathe. Speciality Treatment for Infertility
4 Diagnosis of COPD
Progressive means the
5 Treatment of COPD Homeopathy Treatment For
disease gets worse over time.
5.1 Life style changes for COPD Diabetes

5.1.1 Bronchodilators
Causes of COPD Homeopathy Treatment for
5.1.2 Corticosteroids
Children
COPD is most often caused
5.1.3 Antibiotics
by smoking. Most people Ask Our Experts
5.1.4 Smoking Cessation Medications
with COPD are long-term
5.1.5 Anxiolytics (Anti-Anxiety Medications) Homeopathy Treatment
smokers, and research shows
5.1.6 Opioids
that smoking cigarettes Consult Online
5.2 Homeopathy treatment for COPD
increases the risk of getting
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COPD
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Some studies show that up to half of long-term smokers older than age 60 get

COPD.

Smoking both tobacco and marijuana increases the risk of COPD more than
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smoking either one.

COPD is often a mix of two diseases: Chronic Bronchitis and emphysema. Both of

these diseases are caused by smoking. Although you can have chronic bronchitis

or emphysema, people more often have a mixture of both diseases. Book Appointment

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Other possible causes of COPD include:

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Long-term exposure to lung irritants such as industrial dust and chemical

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 Inherited factors (genes), including alpha-1 antitrypsin de ciency. This is a rare Date of Appointment *
condition in which your body may not be able to make enough of a protein

(alpha-1 antitrypsin) that helps protect the lungs from damage. People who
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have this disorder and who smoke generally start to have symptoms of

emphysema in their 30s or 40s. Those who have this disorder but dont smoke
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The most common symptoms of COPD are sputum production,shortness of

breath and a productive cough. These symptoms are present for a prolonged
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period of time and typically worsen over time.

Cough: A chronic cough is often the rst symptom to occur. When it exists for

more than three months a year for more than two years, in combination with

sputum production and without another explanation, there is by de nition

chronic bronchitis. This condition can occur before COPD fully develops. The
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amount of sputum produced can change over hours to days.

Shortness of Breath: Shortness of breath is often the symptom that bothers

people the most. It is commonly described as: my breathing requires e ort, I Search this website Search

feel out of breath, or I cant get enough air in.Di erent terms, however, may

be used in di erent cultures. Typically the shortness of breath is worse on

exertion of a prolonged duration and worsens over time.

In COPD, it may take longer to breathe out than to breathe in. Chest tightness

may occur.but is not common and may be caused by another problem. Those

with obstructed air ow may havewheezing or decreased sounds with air entry

on examination of the chest with astethoscope.Abarrel chestis a

characteristic sign of COPD, but is relatively uncommon. Tripod positioning

may occur as the disease worsens.

Advanced COPD leads tohigh pressure on the lung arteries, which strains

theright ventricle of the heartThis situation is referred to ascor pulmonale,

and leads to symptoms ofleg swellingandbulging neck veins.COPD is more

common than any other lung disease as a cause of cor pulmonale. Cor

pulmonale has become less common since the use of supplemental oxygen.

Exacerbation: Anacute exacerbation of COPDis de ned as increased

shortness of breath, increased sputum production, a change in the color of the

sputum from clear to green or yellow, or an increase in cough in someone with

COPD.This may present with signs of increased work of breathing such asfast

breathing, afast heart rate,and sweating, active use ofmuscles in the neck,a

bluish tinge to the skin, andconfusionor combative behavior in very severe

exacerbations.Cracklesmay also be heard over the lungs on examination with a

stethoscope.

Diagnosis of COPD
If any patient is at risk for COPD or have symptoms of COPD, the patient should be

tested through spirometry.Spirometry is a simple test of how well our lungs work.

For this test, if one blow air into a mouthpiece and tubing attached to a small

machine the machine measures the amount of air you blow out and how fast you

can blow it.

The doctor will also ask for a complete health history and do a health exam.

They may also want you to have a chest x-ray and/or other tests, like anarterial

blood gas test.

Treatment of COPD
There is no cure for COPD. Treatment can help relieve your symptoms and slow

the progression of the disease. The main goals of COPD treatment are to:

make you feel better

keep the disease from getting worse

help you stay active

prevent and treat complications

improve your overall health

Life style changes for COPD

The rst and most important thing you should do is quit smoking, and avoid

starting if you dont smoke. You should also reduce the air pollution in your

environment as much as possible. Avoid secondhand smoke and stay away from

places with dust, fumes, and other toxic substances you might inhale.

It is also important to eat a healthy diet. The fatigue and breathing di culty of

COPD might make it di cult to eat. Smaller, more frequent meals might help. Your

doctor might suggest vitamin and mineral supplements. It might also be helpful to

rest before meals.

Exercise is important but may be di cult for some. Physical activity can strengthen

the muscles that help you breathe. Talk to your doctor about the physical activities

that are right for you.

Medications: A variety of medications might be used to treat the symptoms of

COPD.

Bronchodilators

Bronchodilators usually come in an inhaler form. Inhalers deliver the medication

directly to your lungs and airways. These medications help to open constricted

(narrowed) airways so you can breathe easier. There are two classes of

bronchodilators: -agonists and anticholinergics.

-agonists bind directly to beta receptors on smooth muscle cells to mediate their

bronchodilatory e ect.
. -agonists may be short-acting (e.g. albuterol) or long-acting (e.g. salmeterol).

The short-acting -agonists are often referred to as rescue inhalers because they

can be used to swiftly improve breathing during a COPD are-up.

Long-acting -agonists, which are used twice a day, are part of maintenance

therapy.

Anticholinergic medications, such as Atrovent, also come in inhalers and can be

used every four to six hours. Anticholinergic medications work by blocking the

chemical acetylcholine, which causes the airways to constrict.

Corticosteroids

Corticosteroids, such as prednisone, reduce irritation and swelling in the airway.

They are particularly e ective if you have been exposed to an infection or an

irritant such as secondhand smoke, extreme temperatures, or harsh fumes.

Corticosteroids may be delivered by inhaler, nebulizer, tablet, or injection.

Corticosteroids are associated with many unpleasant side e ects. These may

include weight gain, water retention, weakening of the bones, and a depressed

immune system. For this reason, they are primarily used during a severe are-up

or exacerbation of COPD symptoms. They may also be used late in the disease

process if you are troubled by shortness of breath and if bronchodilators alone are

not helpful.

Antibiotics

Respiratory infections can make the symptoms of COPD worse. If you have an

infection, which is often the case when symptoms suddenly worsen, your doctor

may prescribe antibiotics. Antibiotics kill bacteria. They do not kill viruses. Your

doctor may do tests to determine exactly what type of infection you have and what

antibiotic will be most e ective. Antibiotics should be used only when needed.

Smoking Cessation Medications

Quitting smoking can improve your health and your quality of life with or without

COPD. As nicotine is highly addictive, many doctors o er patients nicotine

replacement therapy to ease their cravings for cigarettes. Nicotine replacement

treatments may come in gums, patches, and even inhalers. Some antidepressants

have been clinically proven to reduce or eliminate smoking, but people should be

aware of side e ects. If your doctor prescribes medication, be sure to ask about

the side e ects.

Anxiolytics (Anti-Anxiety Medications)

As COPD progresses and you have a harder time getting the air you need into your

lungs, you may be overcome with anxiety. Anxiolytic medications such as diazepam

(Valium) and alprazolam (Xanax) have been shown to calm patients in the late and

terminal stages of COPD, thus producing an improved quality of life.

Opioids
Opioids, also known as narcotic medications or painkillers, work by depressing the

central nervous system. This decreases your need for oxygen and eases that

feeling of air hunger, the distress signal your brain sends when it is not getting

enough oxygen.

Opioids are most commonly given as a liquid and absorbed through the

membranes in your mouth.

Because opioids can be addictive and can suppress breathing, they are usually

used only during the late and terminal stages of COPD, often when you have

decided that you want no further aggressive or life-prolonging treatment.

Throughout the course of COPD, several drugs have shown themselves to be

e ective in lessening distressing symptoms, slowing disease progression,

improving quality of life, and even extending life.

Homeopathy treatment for COPD

Homeopathy is one of the most popular holistic systems of medicine. The selection

of remedy is based upon the theory of individualization and symptoms similarity

by using holistic approach. This is the only way through which a state of complete

health can be regained by removing all the sign and symptoms from which the

patient is su ering. The aim of homeopathy is not only to treat COPD symptoms

but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility. As far as

therapeutic medication is concerned, several medicines are available for COPD

symptoms treatment that can be selected on the basis of cause, sensation,

modalities of the complaints.

Few of the indicated remedies are:

1) Bryonia alba: Cough dry as if coming from stomach with stitches in side of chest.

rest, lying on painful side, pressure. Thirst for large quantities of water at long

intervals. Constipation, dry, hard stool Irritable temperament.

2) Phosphorus: Young tall, weak, narrow chest, anxious look with pale face.

Bleeding tendency, sensitive to odours Great anxiety about future & his own

health, Fear of darkness & being alone. Catches cold easily with desire for open air

Desires cold drinks, salt, spices. Pain chest < lying on left side, inspiration & cough

3) Sulphur: Alternatively cold and hot burning feet, which must be put out of bed to

cool them. lean, debitilated & stoop shouldered . Red dry lips Constipation with

di cult & hard stool Morning diarrhea, drives out of bed. Drinks much & eats less.

Accompanied skin complaints

4)Arsenic alb: Anxiety about own health Warm drinks. Drinks little and frequently.

5)Calcarea carb: Leuco-phlegmatic Constitution, takes cold easily Fat or very thin

Sweaty head on sleeping which soaks the pillow Desire eggs. A nity for Right
 middle lobe of lung complaints. Dyspnoea < ascending stairs, exertion, cold Early,

profuse menses. Ice-cold feet, wants to wear socks yet want to uncover them when

warm

These are few of the Homeopathic medicines which form part of

our specially formulatedtreatment for COPD. Meet our

specialist today to know more about our speciality treatment for

COPD.

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