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Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for My Son's Wheezing and Breathing Issues
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Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for My Son's Wheezing and Breathing Issues - #38186

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3 yearsold boy,14kg weight, continuous wheezing sound and difficultyin breathing unless we put on nebulizer every night What could be the reason and Ayurvedic remedy or treatment for this? Paediatrician prescribed prednisolone oral and nebulizer for which he is responding well .but how long to use such medicine? Please suggest somethingfor root cause treatment

How long has your son been experiencing wheezing and difficulty in breathing?:

- 3-6 months

Are there any specific triggers that worsen his symptoms?:

- Dust or allergens

How would you describe his overall appetite and digestion?:

- Good, but sometimes has minor issues
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HELLO,

Your 3 year old son 14 kg has recurrent wheezing and breathing difficulty for several months, usually worse at night or with dust/allergens. He improves with nebulisation and oral steroid (prednisolone), which means -The air tubes in his lungs are becoming narrowed and inflamed -Thick mucus and swelling make it hard for air to move freely -the nebuliser opes up the airway, the steroid reduces inflammation

In modern terms, this is called “childhood asthma” or recurrent wheeze

In Ayurveda, this correlates to Tamaka shwasa- a long term respiratory disorder involving kapha (mucus) , vata (air movement imbalance) and weak digestion/immunity

WHY THIS HAPPENS

-KAPHA DOSHA= becomes aggravated due to cold foods, pollution , dust, damp weather, or weak digestion

-VATA DOSHA= gets blocked by this excess kapha, causing wheezing or breathlessness

-The respiratory channels become sticky and narrow, leading to recurrent attacks

-The child’s digestive fire and immunity get reduced so even the little dust or cold air triggers symptoms

So the aim is not just to suppress wheezing, but to -clear the excess mucus and toxins -restore digestion and metabolism -streghten lungs and immunity

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) SITOPALADI CHURNA + TALISADI CHURA mixed with hone 1/4 tsp total mix twice daily after meals for 2 months =lightens mucus, improves breathing, balances kapha

2) KANTAKARI AVALEHA= 5 ml twice daily for 3 months = bronchodilator , anti inflammatory, improves lung tone

3) SWASKUTHAR RAS= 1/2 tab twice daily with honey for 2 weeks = for chronic cough/wheeze; reduces phlegm

4) CHYAWANPRASHA (child variant)= 1/2 tsp morning =rasayana, strengthens lungs and immunity

5) DRAKSHARISHTA= 3ml + 6ml warm water after meals for 2 months =improves appetite and digestion

HOME SUPPORT= TULSI JUICE + HONEY= 1 tsp mix once daily =clears cough, boosts immunity

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= warm mustard oil with a pinch of ajwain rubbed gently on chest, back, and soles, followed by warm bath =improves circulation, reduces vata, loosen mucus

2) LEPA PASTE APPLICATION= paste of dry ginger + ajwain + salt (warm, not hot) applied on chest for 5-10 min =helps liquify phlegm and ease breathing

3) STEAM INHALATION= steam from water with tulsi leaves, ajwain or vasa leaves = opens airway, clears nasal congestion

4) NASYA= instill 2 drops of warm Anu taila In each nostril once daily mroning = keeps nasal passages clear, reduces allergy tendency

DIET -warm soups, moong dal, rice gruel, vegetables broth -light meals with ghee in small amount -spices like dry ginger, black pepper, cumin ,turmeric - warm water throughout the day can infuse with tulsi or ginger -seasonal fruits- apple, pomegranate, papaya

AVOID -cold,refrigerated or leftover foods -ice cream, curd, cheese, milk at night -banana, guava, fried and heavy foods -cold drinks, or sweet in excess

SIMPLE HOME REMEDIES -tulsi + honey + ginger juie= 1/2 tsp daily -ajwain pottali steam= dry roast ajwain, wrap in cloth, inhale warm vapors -haldi milk at night -turmeric ghee on chest= soothes mild wheeze

LIFESTYLE -keep the child warm, avoid sudden cold air or fa directly on face -maintain clean dust free bedroom, wash soft toys and bedding weekly -use an air purifier or humidifier if room is dry or dusty -daily gentle play based breathig -blowing bubbles or ballons -“candle blowing” game- short, long breaths -Gentle child friendly asanas = tadasana, marjariasana, bhujangasana -avoid exposure to cigarette smoke, incense, mosqito coils, or strong perfumes -Ensure adequate sleep 10-12 hrs and regular routine

Your child’s condition is manageable and often outgrown by school age with proper care Focus o regular routines, light warm diet, and keeping environmental allergen free

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Start with these set of medicines 1. Syp Septilin 1/2 tsp TID BF 2. Shitopladi churna with honey 1/2 tsp TID AF Take these for 1 month .

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1.Sitopaladi Churna 250 mg twice daily with honey 2.Drakshasava 5 ml twice daily with equal water after meals 3.Chywanprash 1/2 tsp with warm milk 1 hour before breakfast 4.Anu Taila (nasya)-1 drop in each nostril in morning

Lifestyle & Home Remedies - Warm mustard oil + 1 pinch of rock salt massage on chest and back before bedtime - Steam inhalation with tulsi and ajwain (under supervision) - Avoid: Cold foods, curd, bananas, processed snacks, and exposure to dust - Include: Warm soups, ghee, rice, moong dal, and seasonal fruits like pomegranate

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Avoid chilled, dairy and bakery products. Steam inhalation twice a day. Sy. Bresol 5ml thrice a day Sy. Immunocin 5ml thrice

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Hello, Main goal is to develop immunity against allergens which may require long time. The following will help in this regard: 1. Rasnadi churnam for application to head after bath every day 2. Brihat haridra khandam(pentacare) 1/4 tsp in the morning with warm milk in the empty stomach 3. Syrup Bresol(Himalaya) 5 ml----0----5ml after food for days. Follow up after 21 days.

Food: 1. Freshly cooked warm food. 2. If you are giving milk in the night please give before 0600 in the evening. Take care, Kind regards.

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Mix Tankan Bhasm 1 pinch in 10 grams of Sitopaladi churna then give pinch of mixture mixed with honey properly to the child, 2 times. Give Syp Septilin ½-½-½ tsp

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U can start with Brihat Haridra khanda half teaspoon with warm milk twice a day Kantakari avalehyam 1/4 th teaspoon twice daily after food Sitopaladi churna half teaspoon with honey twice a day after food Give some tulasi steam inhalation And in diet give more of Vitamin C enriched food

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Start with chyavanprash 1/2 tsp daily in the morning before breakfast, This will help improve son’s immunity Mix giloy satva pinch + sitopaladi churan 1/4 tsp + yastimadhu churan 1/4 tsp mix with honey 2tsp and give him twice daily Night before bedtime give haldi doodh with mishri Avoid citrus fruits, cold drink icecream, sugary foods like chocolate, sweets. Rub eucalyptus oil on both soles of his feet at bedtime and put on loose socks

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Take vasarista 5ml bd, Laxmi Vilas ras half tab od, Rajwadiprash gold 1/2 tsp,pranadhara external application enough

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Wheezing and breathing difficulties in children can be due to various reasons such as allergies, asthma or respiratory infections. From an Ayurvedic perspective, these symptoms are often associated with an imbalance in the Vata and Kapha doshas, which can lead to excess mucus production and airway obstruction.

In Ayurveda, managing such conditions involves balancing the doshas and strengthening the respiratory system. Starting with dietary adjustments, introduce warm foods that are easy to digest, avoiding cold and heavy foods that can increase Kapha and mucus production. Including spices like ginger and turmeric in his meals can help improve digestion and reduce inflammation. Ginger tea made by boiling a few slices of fresh ginger in water could be given in small amounts during the day if tolerated.

Herbal remedies such as Sitopaladi Churna and Talisadi Churna are traditionally used to support respiratory health, although it’s important to consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for precise dosage tailored to your son’s needs. Breathing steam infused with eucalyptus or peppermint oil might serve to ease congestion, but ensure the steam isn’t too hot, as it could be harsh on young lungs.

Regarding long-term use of medications like prednisolone, it’s crucial to follow the pediatrician’s guidelines, as they are best positioned to monitor your son’s condition and adjust treatment as necessary. Sudden withdrawal without professional advice is not advisable. Moreover, try to reduce potential allergens such as dust by keeping the living environment clean, and using air purifiers if needed.

Ayurveda emphasizes routine, so regularizing his daily life, including sleep and meals, plays also a vital part in maintaining balance. This holistic approach, while supportive, should always complement the guidance of your healthcare professional and not replace it, especially in young children where careful monitoring is crucial.

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He might having allergic bronchitis or childhood asthama might be due to kapha vata imbalance and weak digestion Give sithophaladi churna pinch with honey Prednisone and nebulizers will give fast relief The goal is to be strengthen the lungs

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Shwasari Rasa - 20 grams Abhrak Bhasma - 05 grams Pravala Pishti - 10 grams Trikatu Churna - 10 grams Sitopladi Churna - 25 grams Mix all the medicines and prepare 60 doses from this mixture. Take one dose every half-an-hour before breakfast and dinner with water / honey /cream. Laxmi Vilas Ras - Sanjeevani Vati - Take one tablet each twice a day - after breakfast, and dinner with lukewarm water or milk boiled with turmeric and cooled.

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