abnormal breath sounds - #18118
Doctor, for the past few weeks, I’ve been experiencing abnormal breath sounds, and I’m starting to get really worried. It all started after I had a bad cold and cough last month. The cold went away, but ever since then, I’ve noticed weird sounds when I breathe—like a wheezing or crackling noise, especially when I lie down at night. Sometimes, it feels like there’s something stuck in my chest, even though I’m not coughing anymore. At first, I thought it would go away on its own, but it’s been lingering. I also get out of breath really fast, even after climbing just a few stairs. I don’t have asthma, but I do have dust allergies, and I’ve noticed that my breathing gets worse when I’m around smoke or strong smells. I read that abnormal breath sounds can be due to mucus buildup or lung inflammation. Could this be related to an excess of Kapha dosha? I want to know if Ayurveda has treatments for lung health and breathing issues like this. Are there any herbal remedies or steam inhalations that can help clear my lungs? I read that herbs like Vasaka, Tulsi, and Pippali are good for respiratory issues—should I try these? Also, are there Ayurvedic breathing exercises that help strengthen the lungs? Another thing I’m wondering is if diet plays a role in this. Are there foods that increase mucus and should be avoided? I drink a lot of milk, and someone told me that dairy makes mucus worse—is that true? Should I be eating more warming foods to balance my system? I’m also curious if stress or lack of sleep could be making this worse. I’ve been feeling more anxious lately, and I noticed my breathing feels heavier when I’m stressed. Could there be a connection between my mental state and these abnormal breath sounds? Please help me understand what’s causing this and what Ayurvedic treatments I can follow to heal my lungs. I don’t want to keep taking random medicines—I’d rather fix this naturally if possible.
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