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Suggest Remedy For Recurrent Chest Infection

I had an attack of Recurrent chest infection following which a C.T. Scan Thorax was done, which revealed Multiple Emphysematous Bullae in both lungs ,the intervening lung tissue remain normal.The investigation was done in 1998.As there was no problem the Doctors advised me not to do any operative management. But on March'2008 I had an attack of "Spontaneous-pnemothorax" which was managed by Intercostal Tube-drainage.My question is what to do now?.Wheather VAT-Surgery can cure (excise) all the bullae?
Fri, 22 Dec 2017
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hi sir/madam,
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.

10 Natural Remedies for Chest Infection:-

1. Steam:-
Steam can help you reduce the severity of chest infection and expel phlegm. Inhale the steam deeply produced from a vaporizer or several cups of boiled water.

2. Eucalyptus (Nilgiri Oil):-
Eucalyptus (Nilgiri oil) is an excellent remedy to get rid of chest infection, owing to its antibacterial and antifungal properties. Add a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil into a bowl of steaming water. Lean over it and breathe deeply for several minutes.

3. Thyme Juice:-
A powerful expectorant, thyme juice is excellent for the lungs. Not only it moves excess mucus out of the lungs to ease the cough, but also acts as an antispasmodic on lung tissue and kills bacteria in the lungs.

4. Garlic:-
Garlic can be used to reduce the severity of a bacterial chest infection. It can be used in food preparations, eaten raw garlic or added to tea. To make garlic tea, add a teaspoon of freshly grated garlic to one cup of boiling water.

5. Garlic, Lemon and Honey:-
A combination of garlic, lemon and honey can help get rid of chest infections. Crush half-a-onion to paste, add 2 spoons of lemon juice and honey to it. Consume the mixture three to four times a day.

6. Ginger and Honey:-
Grate ginger and squeeze half a teaspoon of its juice. Combine it with a teaspoon of honey to make a syrup of the two natural ingredients. Consume the syrup thrice a day and you will get rid of chest infection.

7. Milk, Turmeric Powder, Black Pepper powder and Honey:-
Take one glass hot milk. Add half teaspoon of turmeric powder, a pinch of black pepper powder, one spoon of honey to the milk. Drink the milk hot, at least thrice a day to get relief from chest infection.

8. Plantain Juice:-
Plantain juice is like a herbal antibiotic that treats the infection. Moreover, the juice also acts as an expectorant on the lungs to get rid of the mucus from them and ease cough.

9. Mustard Poultice:-
Mustard poultice, made by mixing one part dry mustard with three parts flour and a little water, is quite effective against chest infections. It stimulates the healing of chest infection and eases the symptoms.

10.Rest your body:-
Sometimes, our busy schedules don’t let our body get the rest it needs and which makes immune system to break down. With little immunity, our bodies may find it difficult to fight sickness or disease. Give your body the rest it needs to strengthen your immune system and fight illnesses.

Hope i was helpful.
Have a healthy day.
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Suggest Remedy For Recurrent Chest Infection

hi sir/madam, Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. 10 Natural Remedies for Chest Infection:- 1. Steam:- Steam can help you reduce the severity of chest infection and expel phlegm. Inhale the steam deeply produced from a vaporizer or several cups of boiled water. 2. Eucalyptus (Nilgiri Oil):- Eucalyptus (Nilgiri oil) is an excellent remedy to get rid of chest infection, owing to its antibacterial and antifungal properties. Add a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil into a bowl of steaming water. Lean over it and breathe deeply for several minutes. 3. Thyme Juice:- A powerful expectorant, thyme juice is excellent for the lungs. Not only it moves excess mucus out of the lungs to ease the cough, but also acts as an antispasmodic on lung tissue and kills bacteria in the lungs. 4. Garlic:- Garlic can be used to reduce the severity of a bacterial chest infection. It can be used in food preparations, eaten raw garlic or added to tea. To make garlic tea, add a teaspoon of freshly grated garlic to one cup of boiling water. 5. Garlic, Lemon and Honey:- A combination of garlic, lemon and honey can help get rid of chest infections. Crush half-a-onion to paste, add 2 spoons of lemon juice and honey to it. Consume the mixture three to four times a day. 6. Ginger and Honey:- Grate ginger and squeeze half a teaspoon of its juice. Combine it with a teaspoon of honey to make a syrup of the two natural ingredients. Consume the syrup thrice a day and you will get rid of chest infection. 7. Milk, Turmeric Powder, Black Pepper powder and Honey:- Take one glass hot milk. Add half teaspoon of turmeric powder, a pinch of black pepper powder, one spoon of honey to the milk. Drink the milk hot, at least thrice a day to get relief from chest infection. 8. Plantain Juice:- Plantain juice is like a herbal antibiotic that treats the infection. Moreover, the juice also acts as an expectorant on the lungs to get rid of the mucus from them and ease cough. 9. Mustard Poultice:- Mustard poultice, made by mixing one part dry mustard with three parts flour and a little water, is quite effective against chest infections. It stimulates the healing of chest infection and eases the symptoms. 10.Rest your body:- Sometimes, our busy schedules don’t let our body get the rest it needs and which makes immune system to break down. With little immunity, our bodies may find it difficult to fight sickness or disease. Give your body the rest it needs to strengthen your immune system and fight illnesses. Hope i was helpful. Have a healthy day.