Don’t worry take swasakasa chintamani ras 1tab bd, agastya rasyana 1tsp, Laxmi vilas ras gold 1tab bd, kanakasava 20ml bd enough u ll get relief
Dr RC BAMS MS
HELLO,
A lung fungal infection happens when certain fungi (mold like organism) enter the lungs and start growing, This normally happens in -people with low immunity -older age -very low body weight -chronic lung problems -long term antibiotics or steroid use
WHAT HAPPENS INSIDE THE LUNGS? -the fungus irritates the lung tissue -it causes inflammation -thick mucus may form -breating becomes difficult -body becomes weak because immunity is fighting the fungus contiuously -appetite decreases->weight loss -energy levels go down
SYMPTOMS YOU MAY FEEL -persistent cough -white or thick mucus -breathlessness -chest tightness -fatigue and weakness -loss of appettite -low weight -sometimes low grade fever
Ayurveda sees this condition similar to kaphaja-shwasa/kaphaja-kasa with -kapha aggravation= mucus, heaviness in lungs -vata aggravation=due to weakness and weak loss -low agni (digestive fire)= causing poor immunity -depleted Ojas = body’s natural defence energy
TREATMENT GOALS
IMMEDIATE GOALS= 0-4 weeks -reduce cough and mucus -improve breathing comfort -improve digestion -prevet worsening of infection -start building light stregth
MEDIUM TERM GOALS= 1-3 MONTHS -icncrease immunity -restore body weight slowly -reduce lung inflammation -clear leftover mucus from deeper tissues
LONG TERM GOALS= 3-6 MONTHS -strengthen lung tissue -improve stamina -prevent recurrence -maintain balanced immunity
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
A) DEEPANA-PACHANA
-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals for 4 weeks =improvs digestion, reduce toxins, ad clear mucus
-Cumin-ajwain-dry ginger tea= daily
B) LUNG CLEARING AND ANTI-MICROBIAL HERBS
-VASAVALEHA= 1 tsp after meals reduces breathlesssss and cough
-PUSHKARMOOLA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water after meals- improves lung expansion
-SITOPALADI + TALISADI CHURNA= 1 tsp with honey twice daily after meals- improves oxygenation and immunity
-PIPPALI CHURNA= 1/4 tsp with warm water twice daily improves oxygenate and immunity
-GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals supports immunity
DURATION= 1-3 months
RASAYANA REJUVINATION THERAPY = given after symptoms imporve
-CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp with warm water in morning empty stomach
-SHATAVARI CHURNA= 1tsp with warm milk after dinner
DURATION= 2-6 months
EXTERNAL TREATMENT
1) STEAM INHALATION= with tulsi leaves, dashmoola decoction, Ajwain seeds= loosen mucus, opens airways
2) CHEST WARM COMPRESS A warm towel or warm herbal pack over chest = helps mucus move, reduces chest stiffness , supports lung circulation
3) MILD NASYA= instill 2 drops of anu taila in each nostril daily morning =strengthens nasal passages, reduces throat lung connection congestion
DIET -moong dal soup -rice gruel with cumin -khichdi with ghee small amounts -steamed vegetables- bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin -warm herbal water -lightly spiced soups= ginger, pepper, coriander -boiled apple or pear -ragi porridge
AVOID -curd, milk , panner -bakery items -sugar heavy foods -bananas -fried foods -cold water or cold meals -heavy lentils They worked kapha and fungal growth
LIFESTYLE CHANGES -avoid fa directly on chest -keep chest warm in water -avoid exposure to dust, mold, wet walls -sleep early and wake early -take short , frequent meals -avoid daytime sleeping -gentle oil massage of feet and hands at night
YOGA AND PRANAYAM -bhramari -anulom vilom -om chanting -walking in fresh air -mild chest opening stretches
AVOID -kapalbhati -bhastrika -deep forceful breathing -heavy yoga posturs
HOME REMEDIES -ginger + tulsi tea= helps reduce cough, improves digestion, supports immunity
-Warm turmeric water= at night very mild
-Honey + black pepper= 1/2 tsp honey + pinch of black pepper
-Ajwain fumigation= burn a teaspoon of ajwain on coal/steel plate and inhale gently from distance
TREATMENT DURATION 4-6 weeks= symptoms improvement 2-3 months= lung recovery starts 3-6 months= immunity and stregthen resotration
Chronic fungal infections often need long term support
Lung function infections ca becomes serious very quickly , especially at age 67 and at 40kg Ayurveda is ver helpful as supportive and sometimes primary therapies in mild/moderate cases- but must be supervised Avoid self medication, especially with strong herbs, Recovery is possible with consistent diet, medicines, breathing practices, and medication monitoring
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELFPUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Pls visit an ayurvedic chikitsak nearby with all your investigations. If you can pls tell the symptoms you are facing.
Internal Medicines- 1 Talisadi Churna + Sitopaladi Churna (1:1) – 3 gm + honey → 4 times daily 2 Laxmivilas Ras (Nardiya) – 1 tablet morning + 1 tablet night with honey 3 Swasakuthar Ras – 250 mg morning + night with honey 4 Shirisharishta – 15 ml + 30 ml warm water after breakfast & dinner 5 Giloy Ghan Vati – 500 mg each twice daily
Fir Strength & Weight Gain - Chyavanprash Avaleha (with gold) – 10 gm morning with warm milk
Local & Supportive Steam with 4–5 Tulsi leaves + pinch rock salt → twice daily Warm Ksheerabala Taila chest & back massage nightly → cover with cotton cloth
Diet, Give only: Moong khichdi + ghee Thin rice kanji Pomegranate, stewed apple Warm goat milk 150 ml twice daily (if tolerated)
Avoid completely: curd, banana, cold drinks, sugar, bakery
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Take these medicines 1. Kanakasav 20ml AF BD 2. Shitopladi churna 1tsp TID with honey 3. Ashwagandha lehayam 1 tsp OD 4. Swasakuthar rasa 1 tab only in afternoon AF for 7 days only. These will take care of your issues.
Can you tell me your symptoms in detail? Are you on any medications presently?? Any past history? How your sleep/ digestion/ bowel habit ??
Hello I can understand the concern, particularly when you are not able to tolerate the usual antifungal medicines. Fungal infections of the lungs at your age and weight call for a mild, yet strengthening and effective Ayurvedic treatment that is primarily aimed at immune correction, lung healing, and restoration of Ojas.
✅ AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING
This condition mainly results from: ➡ Severe Vata–Kapha Dushti with Ojas Kshaya Immunity becomes very weak Strong medicines are difficult to be tolerated Dryness + mucus imbalance Very low body weight (which is a sign of severely depleted tissues)
Treatment, therefore, has to be a slow one, nourishing, immune-enhancing and capable of removing Kapha without making the patient tired.
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
⚠️ All doses are very mild since they are for a old person (67 years) of very low weight (40 kg).
✅ INTERNAL MEDICATION
1. Sitopaladi Churna + Yashtimadhu Churna ¼ teaspoon of each Honey Twice daily after meals ➝ Makes breathing easier, lowers irritation &helps in lung tissue repairing.
2. Guduchi Ghana 1 tablet Once daily after lunch → Immune system safe, excellent immune booster & antifungal supportive.
3. Haridra Khanda ½ teaspoon At night with warm water → An anti-inflammatory & helps to increase lung capacity.
4. Chyawanprash (preferably sugar-free) ½ teaspoon Morning → Strengthens body and Ojas. (Only start if digestion is good after the first 7 days.)
✅ EXTERNAL THERAPIES (Very Important)
These are good for old people and open up the lungs.
1. Warm turmeric-salt steam inhalation Once daily (Not very hot — only gentle steam)
2. Chest massage with warm sesame oil Evening → Helps breathing and relieves chest tightness.
✅ DIET AND LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION
✔️Foods to Include Warm soups (vegetable, moong dal, chicken clear soup) Turmeric + black pepper milk (only if digestion is good) Ghee (½ tsp/day) Steamed vegetables Pomegranate juice (½ cup/day) Rice + moong dal khichdi
❌Avoid Curd Cold foods/drinks Bakery food Heavy dals (chana, rajma) Oily, fried food
These will increase Kapha & thus will accelerate fungal growth.
✅ LIFESTYE MODIFICATION
Perform gentle breathing exercises: Bhramari Pranayama (5 min/day) Refrain from sleeping during the day Keep your chest warm Have a good rest in an upright position and also sit while eating
⚠️ Important Note
Fungal infections of the lung require very close observation.
These Ayurvedic medicines provide support but are not substitutes for emergency care.
In case you have new fever, worsened breathlessness, or sputum with blood, get medical help straight away.
Considering your age and low weight, a mild Sattvic Ayurvedic treatment is the way to go as it will gradually improve lung strength and immunity without causing any side effects. The progress will be slow but steady.
Wishing you good health😊
Regards, – Dr. Snehal Vidhate
At your age with low weight fungal lung infection is very common because both immunity and lung strength has become weak You can start GUDUCHI TAB 1 BD VASAVALEHA 1 TSP TWICE DAILY SHWASARI PRAVAHA 10ML BD LAKSHMI VILASA RASA 1 BD DO STEAM INHALATION DRINK WARM TURMERIC MILK WARM WATER THROUGHOUT THE DAY
1.Pushkaramool Churna 1/4 tsp twice daily with warm water after meals 2.Chyawanprash 2 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 3.Kantakari Ghrita 5 ml once daily with warm milk 4.Sitopaladi Churna 1 tsp twice daily with honey 5.Giloyghan vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals
Lifestyle & Diet: - Light, warm diet: Moong dal soup, vegetable broths, rice gruel (kanji). Avoid heavy, oily, or cold foods. - Spices for immunity: Ginger, turmeric, black pepper, tulsi leaves in tea. - Breathing practices: Gentle Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing), but avoid forceful pranayama. - Rest & warmth: Keep chest warm, avoid exposure to cold/damp air. - Weight support: Add nourishing foods like dates, soaked almonds, cow’s ghee in small amounts.
Hi this is Dr soukhya…see as you diagnosed with lung infection can you share still more details like since how many days are you suffering How do you get to know about this . Any reports do you have regarding this issue… Before trying anything else you should know details about that…bcz our body is not machine… And you are is also 67 so before giving any medicine should think twice…
Visit near ayurveda consultant Take sitophaladi churna and talisyadi churna 5 gm tds Take swas yog chitamani 1 after lunch Take tulsi leave 5 daily ane chew
Ayurvedic treatment will be supportive treatment, but for fungal growth allopathic medicine will give faster results. Start with Vasavaleh 1tsp twice daily before food with water Mahalaxmi vilas ras1-0-1 Swaskas chintamani ras 1-0-1 after food with water Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika, slowly increasing the frequency.This will help strengthen your lungs. Have warm haldi doodh at bedtime. Drink warm water through out the day.
Given your condition, addressing a lung fungal infection through Ayurveda requires a careful approach to strengthen your immune system and balance your doshas, primarily focusing on Kapha and Vata which are typically involved. It’s essential, though, to consult with a healthcare professional regularly, as fungal infections can escalate if not managed appropriately.
Start with your diet. It’s important to support your digestive fire or agni, since a weak agni can lead to toxins (ama) accumulation, contributing to infections. Aim at warm, freshly cooked foods, avoiding cold, raw, or processed foods. Include warming spices like ginger, black pepper, and cumin in your meals. These help to bolster digestion and karma balance.
Enhance your lung health by incorporating Tulsi (Holy Basil) and Pippali (Long Pepper) into your regimen—Tulsi is known for its immune-boosting properties whereas Pippali supports lung function and expels Kapha from the body. Prepare a decoction of these herbs by boiling them in water and consuming daily.
Practicing Pranayama, such as Anulom Vilom and Kapalbhati, can help, as they are beneficial for respiratory health. However, given your age and weight, perform these gently, avoiding strain. Start slow and increase duration gradually as your comfort allows.
Ensure adequate hydration. Warm water can be particularly soothing and less taxing on your digestive system. Steaming with eucalyptus oil may also provide symptomatic relief by opening respiratory pathways.
Additionally, consider Chyawanprash, a traditional Ayurvedic preparation, which is rich in vitamin C and other ingredients that strengthen immunity. Take a teaspoon every morning with lukewarm milk.
It’s crucial to note that while these measures address the underlying causes according to Ayurveda, they should complement—not replace—conventional treatments necessary for managing your condition. Regular medical follow-up remains important to monitor your health status.
