Blogs

How is Float Tank safe during pregnancy?
March 20, 2023

Are float tanks safe during pregnancy? | Floating during pregnancy | Salt World

Floating while pregnant is the best way to relax and reduce your pains and discomfort caused due to excess weight on your spine and feet. It is always recommended to consult your doctor before choosing to float while pregnant. While it is not advised to float during the first trimester of your pregnancy, floating during your last trimester might help you relax and relieve the stress and body aches. Choosing the best float position is also important so that you can safely float without any discomfort. Practice slow breaths during floating and completely relax in the distraction free environment. 

CONTINUE READING
Allergies for food
May 14, 2022

Allergies for food

 Tingling or itching in the mouth are the most prevalent food allergy indications and symptoms. Eczema, hives, or itching, swelling in the Lips, cheeks, tongue, throat, and other body parts. Wheezing, nasal congestion, or breathing difficulties.
Pain in the abdomen, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting. Allergies to food can be due to nut allergy, wheat intolerance, soy allergy, shellfish allergy, etc.,
Food allergies can cause mild to severe symptoms. Just because an initial allergic reaction is moderate doesn't guarantee that subsequent reactions will be the same; a food that generates mild symptoms one time may induce more severe symptoms the next.

CONTINUE READING
Allergies in babies
May 11, 2022

Allergies in babies

Although not frequent in infants, allergies to dust mites, pets, mold, pollen, insect stings, and other environmental factors can cause allergy symptoms that affect the head and chest, such as sneezing, red and irritated eyes, and coughing. Nasal secretions are often thicker and darker when you have a cold than when you have an allergy (as compared with the clear, watery discharge of allergies). A child with a cold may have a sore throat allergy and cough, as well as coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness, and his or her fever may be somewhat elevated but not always.
CONTINUE READING
Will allergies cause a positive covid test?
May 11, 2022

Will allergies cause a positive covid test?

Doctors recommend taking your temperature if you're not sure if you have allergies or COVID-19. A fever is a common COVID-19 symptom, but allergies are unlikely to induce one. Shortness of breath, chest pain, or loss of taste and smell are not common symptoms of seasonal allergies. COVID-19 is considerably more likely than allergic reactions if you have any of these symptoms.

COVID-19 is difficult since it affects people in a variety of ways and to varied degrees. While some people test positive for COVID-19, they may not have any symptoms. Another virus-infected person may lose their sense of taste and smell, while another does not. Scratchy throats affect some people, but not everyone.
CONTINUE READING
Why allergies make you tired?
May 11, 2022

Why allergies make you tired?

Allergens are the cause of biochemical fatigue.
In addition to immunoglobulin E, the immune system produces a molecule called histamine. If both of these substances induce an inflammatory reaction in your body, you may feel tired in addition to other, more obvious allergic symptoms,which are treated with non drowsy antihistamine. Because of their stuffy nose and head, most allergy sufferers have trouble sleeping. Allergies, on the other hand, can release compounds that make you tired.
CONTINUE READING
Why are allergies worse at night?
May 10, 2022

Why are allergies worse at night?

Warm temperatures propel pollen into the air, but cooler evening air causes pollen to fall back down to blanket outdoor surfaces. Pollen (or other allergens) gathered in your hair or clothing during the day can cause allergy symptoms when you go to bed. "When you lie down, everything in your nose starts pouring down your throat," Dr. Parikh explains. Because of the shape of the nose and throat, she believes this may produce more or worse allergy cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing than standing upright. Salt Therapy for Allergies at Saltworld is a natural strategy to improve your immune system.
CONTINUE READING
Why are allergies severe in winter?
May 10, 2022

Why are allergies severe in winter?

Dry air aggravates severe allergic reactions.
While the heat is on throughout winter, indoor air dries out your skin and nasal membranes. Inflammation or cracking occurs. The danger of secondary infection is increased by cracked skin or nosebleeds, which are more common in the dry winter air. While these indoor allergens are present all year, allergies may exacerbate in the winter due to being cooped up inside with the windows shut. Winter allergies are frequently caused by indoor allergen exposure. As people spend more time inside, especially in poorly ventilated surroundings, they may be exposed to more allergens, resulting in winter allergies.

CONTINUE READING
Which allergies tend to be lifelong?
May 10, 2022

Which allergies tend to be lifelong?

Many people who suffer from food allergies question how long their symptoms will remain. There is no definitive answer. Allergies to milk, eggs, wheat, and soy may decrease over time, but allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish are frequently lifelong. Others discover that their allergy symptoms reduce as they become older. This could be because as people get older, their immune systems weaken and they are unable to produce as strong an allergic reaction. When you develop an allergy as an adult, though, it rarely goes away on its own.
CONTINUE READING
Which allergies cause sore throat?
May 10, 2022

Which allergies cause sore throat?

Postnasal drip is the most common cause of sore throat allergies. As a result of exposure to an allergen, congestion in the nose and sinuses runs down to the throat. This causes itchiness or tickling. Tree pollen in the spring, grass pollen in the summer, and ragweed pollen in the fall can all produce severe discomfort if you're allergic to any of the allergens.
CONTINUE READING
Which allergies cause sneezing?
May 10, 2022

Which allergies cause sneezing?

Allergic rhinitis, often known as hay fever, causes sneezing, congestion, itchy nose, and sore throat. Pollen, pet dander, mould, and insects can all induce hay fever symptoms. Inflammation of the nasal or throat mucous membranes causes sneezing. Although it is inconvenient, it is rarely suggestive of a serious problem. Sneezing is caused by allergies to pollen (hay fever), mould, dander, and dust.

CONTINUE READING
When do allergies turn into bronchitis?
May 10, 2022

When do allergies turn into bronchitis?

Allergic bronchitis is a chronic illness brought on by allergic stimuli such as tobacco smoke, pollution, or dust. It's also known as chronic bronchitis.Chronic bronchitis is a sign of chronic obstructive lung disease, just as emphysema (COPD). Bronchitis can last months, if not years. An allergic flare-up can cause bronchitis.An allergy testing clearly identifies whether bronchitis is acute or allergic (also called chronic bronchitis). Allergic or chronic bronchitis, a kind of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, can be caused by triggers such as tobacco smoke, pollution, or dust (COPD).
CONTINUE READING
When do allergies make you sick?
May 10, 2022

When do allergies make you sick?

Allergies can make your child sick by producing sore throats, runny noses, and sneezing. Allergens, on the other hand, cannot cause a fever. Every allergy has a distinct cause, therefore getting the proper diagnosis is critical to receiving the proper allergy  treatment. Allergic reactions can cause inflammation, leading to muscle and joint pain. Chronic physical aches can be caused by an immune system reaction such as arthritis, but they can also be caused by allergies. Coughing or sneezing as a result of allergies can sometimes produce soreness. 
CONTINUE READING
When do allergies turn into a sinus infection?
May 9, 2022

When do allergies turn into a sinus infection?

A sinus infection, often known as sinusitis, occurs when your nasal passages get infected. Both infections can cause nasal discomfort as well as other symptoms such as congestion and stuffiness. Sneezing, runny nose, and post nasal drip that lasts longer than two weeks are all symptoms of allergic sinusitis, which vary depending on the season.
Itchy eyes, nose, and throat are common.
There is soreness, tenderness, swelling, and pressure around the forehead, cheekbones, nose, and between the eyes.
Allergies are caused by your immune system reacting to certain allergens such as pollen, dust, or pet dander.

CONTINUE READING
When won't allergies go away?
May 9, 2022

When won't allergies go away?

Nasal congestion and a runny nose are symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis, also known as perennial allergic rhinitis. Unlike other allergens, an allergic reaction does not change with the seasons or months of the year. You can feel like you have a persistent cold that won't go away. It's possible that you have no idea what's causing your allergy symptoms, which is why they persist. It clears up on its own for many people within a few days. For some people, especially those with allergies, rhinitis can be a chronic illness. Chronic refers to a condition that is almost always present or happens regularly. Rhinitis can last weeks or months after being exposed to allergens.
CONTINUE READING
When do allergies turn into a cold?
May 9, 2022

When do allergies turn into a cold?

Allergies may be more severe for the first day or two, but the symptoms will remain the same day after day. Your illness has been going on for more than a week.  A cold normally go away in seven to ten days, but allergies can endure for weeks or even months. Your symptoms only appear in specific conditions. Some allergies are referred to as hay fever, but may allergens induce cold and flu symptoms? Allergies can mimic the symptoms of a cold or flu, such as a runny nose, sore throat, and sneezing. Allergies, on the other hand, do not create a fever.
CONTINUE READING
When are allergies bad?
May 9, 2022

When are allergies bad?

Spring allergy season is typically the worst. That's because pollen from trees and grass, which is most prominent in the spring and early summer, causes seasonal allergies, often known as allergic rhinitis or hay fever. If your symptoms are severe, consult an allergist who can provide non-sedating, longer-acting drugs. If your allergies are severe, immunotherapy shots may provide long-term relief. Try using salt water.
CONTINUE READING
When do allergies feel like a cold?
May 9, 2022

When do allergies feel like a cold?

Allergies may cause merely a headache as a result of all the congestion. Your throat may also feel scratchy or dry. A sore throat or mild bodily aches, on the other hand, are more likely symptoms of a nasty cold. Allergies, like a cold, can induce a variety of upper respiratory symptoms. You may have congestion and sneezing, but you'll also have an itchy nose and skin and watery or itchy eyes. You may be fatigued, but you are not necessarily unwell.
CONTINUE READING
When do allergies start?
May 7, 2022

When do allergies start?

Seasonal allergies can occur at any age, although they usually don't appear until a child is two years old. By the age of 20, the majority of people with seasonal allergies have developed them. If you have allergies, your symptoms will almost certainly worsen at night. This is something you can talk about with other allergy sufferers too. According to studies, 74 percent of people suffering from conditions like allergy cough, wake up throughout the night due to severe allergic reaction, and over 90% of allergy sufferers have trouble sleeping.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause post nasal drip?
May 7, 2022

What allergies cause post nasal drip?

Colds,flu,Allergies, sometimes known as allergic postnasal drip, are a type of allergy.Sinus infection, often known as sinusitis, is a condition in which the sinuses become inflamed.Object lodged in the nostrils (most common in children),Pregnancy,certain drugs, such as birth control and blood pressure meds are the other reasons.
Allergies are one of the most common causes of postnasal drip. Seasonal allergies, which are caused by plants releasing pollen, can cause postnasal drip because the body generates more mucus to try to get rid of the pollen spores. Postnasal drip along with runny nose and sneezing can also be caused by cold weather or dry air.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause sinus problems?
May 6, 2022

What allergies cause sinus problems?

Pollen , cat dander, dust mites, dirt, and other allergens can irritate the nasal passages. Allergic people will produce substances such as histamines in response to these allergens. Swelling of the inside nasal layer can occur as a result of pollen allergy and others. Many of the same cold-like symptoms as a sinus infection can be caused by allergies, including sinus pressure, a runny nose, and congestion. However, the ailment itself, known as allergic rhinitis, is distinct. An allergic reaction to allergens such as pollen, dust mites, or pet dander causes it.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause hives?
May 6, 2022

What allergies cause hives?

Hives and angioedema can be caused by a variety of factors, including airborne allergens such as tree and grass pollen, mould spores, and pet dander. Strep throat and urinary tract infections, and insect stings are common causes. Milk, peanuts and tree nuts, eggs, fish, and shellfish allergies also lead to hives.

Infections are the most prevalent cause of hives. Foods like eggs, almonds, and shellfish allergy are known to trigger urticaria. Medications like aspirin and antibiotics are major causes of hives (particularly penicillin and sulfa). A range of ailments, including the common cold and other viral infections, can cause hives.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause itchy skin?
May 6, 2022

What allergies cause itchy skin?

After skin contacts with an allergen, itchy, raised welts might occur minutes to hours later. A red, itchy, scaly rash that appears hours to days after skin contact with an allergen is one of the most common symptoms. Swelling and difficulty breathing can occur as a result of severe and unexpected allergic reactions, necessitating immediate medical attention. Skin allergy can be triggered by contact dermatitis, but they can also be triggered by allergic reactions to insect stings, drugs, and foods. Hives usually emerge quickly and disappear within a few hours or days.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause nosebleeds?
May 6, 2022

What allergies cause nosebleeds?

Allergies to pollen, dust mites , and pet dander, on the other hand, can dry out these membranes, making the blood vessels vulnerable to bursting. This implies that a simple sneeze, cough, or even hard breathing could be enough to cause a terrifying nose bleed caused by allergies. You suffer from seasonal allergies, which are already a pain in the neck.
Multiple microscopic blood arteries can be seen in your nose, and your nasal passageways are lined with a membrane called a nasal membrane. A nosebleed can occur when these blood vessels and nasal membranes are easily damaged. When you have allergies, the allergens dry out your nasal membrane, resulting in discomfort and, eventually, nosebleeds.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause coughing?
May 2, 2022

What allergies cause coughing?

Allergens such as grass and tree pollen, spores from mold and fungi, dust, and pet dander can irritate the nasal lining, resulting in postnasal drip. This watery mucus seeps down the throat from the nose, creating tickling and coughing. Environmental elements such as pollen, plants, dust, and pets can provoke allergic rhinitis (hay fever). If your cough is caused by allergies, you may only experience it at specific periods of the year. An allergy cough is often dry and produces little mucous.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause eczema?
May 2, 2022

What allergies cause eczema?

Immune system activation, genetics, environmental triggers, and stress are all variables that contribute to eczema (atopic dermatitis).Your immune system reacts excessively to minor irritants or allergens if you have a skin allergy type called eczema. As a result of this allergic reaction, your skin may become irritated. It means that your immune system is sensitive and frequently overreacts to things that aren't genuine risks to your health. Some persons with eczema have a primary immunodeficiency disease, increasing their infection risk.
CONTINUE READING
How do allergies affect ears?
May 2, 2022

How do allergies affect ears?

Unfortunately, winter allergies cause the Eustachian tubes to enlarge, preventing them from opening properly. This is because the membrane lining the Eustachian tube can become enlarged and irritated, resulting in an imbalance in ear pressure.As a result of severe allergic reaction, fluid builds up in the ear, resulting in a clogged ear.The Eustachian tubes become clogged as a result of the excess fluid and wax, resulting in a sense of fullness and pressure in the ears, which can impair hearing.
CONTINUE READING
What allergies cause puffy eyes?
May 2, 2022

What allergies cause puffy eyes?

Fluid can build up in your sinuses and around your eyes as a result of allergies. This might cause swelling under the eyes. Your eyes may become red, itchy, and watery as a result of an allergic reaction.Common allergens that can cause puffy eyes, which can also be caused by seasonal changes. In certain people with sensitive eyes, various types of contact solutions and eye drops can cause an allergic reaction. Pollen, dust mites , mildew, smoking, pollution, dander, animal fur, and chemicals are all common causes of eye allergies.
CONTINUE READING
How allergies are treated?
May 2, 2022

How allergies are treated?

Your doctor may prescribe over-the-counter or prescription medication in pill or liquid form, nasal sprays, or eyedrops. Your doctor may recommend allergen immunotherapy if you have severe allergies or if other treatments aren't working.Antihistamines that are used orally can help with sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. Oral antihistamines include loratadine, cetirizine, and fexofenadine. At present time, there is no cure for allergies. Over-the-counter and prescription medications, on the other hand, can assist alleviate symptoms. Preventing allergic reactions can be as simple as avoiding or limiting exposure to allergy triggers. Immunologists may, over time, assist to reduce the severity of allergic reactions.
CONTINUE READING
How do allergies affect breathing?
May 2, 2022

How do allergies affect breathing?

The answer is "yes": an environmental allergy can damage your airway in two ways, both of which can cause shortness of breath.Allergic rhinitis, sometimes known as hay fever, affects the nose and sinuses.Side effects include sneezing, congestion, an itchy nose, and irritated eyes.Symptoms of allergic reaction can appear in your nose, lungs, throat, sinuses, ears, stomach lining, or skin. Allergies can exacerbate asthma symptoms, making breathing more difficult. And pollen isn't the only allergy and asthma trigger in the spring. 
CONTINUE READING
How do allergies affect the eyes?
April 24, 2022

How do allergies affect the eyes?

The eyes might become inflamed as a result of an allergic reaction. It's possible that your eyes will grow increasingly red and irritated. Eye allergy has a wide range of intensity and appearance from one person to the next. The majority of people will feel irritated or as if they are wearing a strange body. When an allergen is present, an allergic person's eyes can become watery, itchy, red, painful, and swollen, as a result of severe allergic reaction. Blurred vision or "sticky eyes" are common symptoms of eye allergies (a mucus buildup in the eyes and in the corners of the eyelids).
CONTINUE READING
How do allergies work?
April 24, 2022

How do allergies work?

When an allergic individual comes into touch with a material such as dust, mould, or pollen, their immune system may overreact by producing antibodies that "attack" the allergen. Wheezing, itching, a runny nose, watery or itchy eyes, and other symptoms may occur on allergy to moulds and others. Allergies develop when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance or food, such as pollen, bee venom, or pet dander, that ordinarily causes no reaction in most individuals.Antibodies are chemicals produced by your immune system.
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies cause laryngitis?
April 24, 2022

Can allergies cause laryngitis?

When airborne allergens are breathed, the immune system perceives them as a threat and causes histamine release from blood cells, resulting in an inflammatory reaction defined by increased mucus production. Mucus absorbs moisture, causing the laryngeal vocal folds to dry out. Hoarseness caused by an allergen that can be avoided should subside in a few hours. A reaction to dogs, a barn, raking leaves, or air pollution are all examples. During pollen season, hoarseness can continue anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks. It might come back if you don't take your allergy medicine suggested by your allergy doctor.
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies be cured?
April 24, 2022

Can allergies be cured?

Allergies can't be cured, but they can be controlled with a combination of avoidance and allergy treatment, as well as allergen immunotherapy in carefully chosen patients.When feasible, avoidance is the greatest natural therapy for allergies. Doctors and natural healers alike will advise you to minimise or avoid allergens, which are the source of your allergic reaction. You should stay away from your allergies. Your immune system is supposed to defend your body against threats such as microorganisms, but in the case of allergies, your immune system's efforts are misdirected. Although cat hair, dust, or whatever you're allergic to is a false alarm, your body doesn't realise it and assaults it regardless.
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies cause sore throat?
April 24, 2022

Can allergies cause sore throat?

Allergies can cause a sore throat, among other symptoms, on occasion. It's all part of your body's defense mechanism against allergic reactions. Your body releases substances called histamines into your bloodstream after being exposed to an allergic trigger. Seasonal allergies (commonly known as hay fever) can cause a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing, among other symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. Allergies can cause a sore throat in certain people.
CONTINUE READING
How allergies develop?
April 24, 2022

How allergies develop?

Allergies arise when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance or food, such as pollen, bee venom, or pet dander, that would normally produce no reaction in the majority of people. Antibodies are chemicals produced by your immune system. Allergies happen when your immune system incorrectly labels an item as hazardous, such as pollen, mould, animal dander, or food. An allergy is a substance that causes a reaction. The allergen causes immune system cells to release substances such as histamine, resulting in allergy symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies make you tired?
April 22, 2022

Can allergies make you tired?

Allergies can cause several unpleasant and distracting symptoms, such as stomachaches, headaches, breathing difficulties,allergy cough and eye allergy. However, you may have also experienced additional allergy symptoms like fatigue, drowsiness, and mental sluggishness. Many allergy sufferers describe a fuzzy, sleepy feeling that makes it difficult to concentrate. This is known as "brain fog."Be super active with Salt Therapy for Allergies at Saltworld. 
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies go away?
April 22, 2022

Can allergies go away?

Some allergies disappear with age, while others are persistent. Adults can develop allergies to items to which they have never previously been allergic. Although allergy rash can be annoying and interfere with everyday activities, the majority of allergic reactions are mild and can be controlled to a large extent. Allergies cannot be cured, but they can be treated and controlled. It might take some effort. You'll need to make some changes to your environment or figure out how to avoid things for allergy relief.

CONTINUE READING
Can allergies cause headaches?
April 22, 2022

Can allergies cause headaches?

Allergies or sinus difficulties might cause a person to experience headaches on occasion. Rhinitis (hay fever) causes headaches, which can be caused by sinus inflammation in and around the nasal passages. According to headache specialists, sinus headaches are difficult to diagnose since real sinus headaches are uncommon. It's more likely that you have a migraine headache than allergies if you have a headache together with seasonal and indoor nasal allergies.
Food allergies—There is a link between food allergies and headaches. Congestion in the nose and sinuses can be caused by seasonal allergies. Sinus headaches are common as a result of this pressure. Nasal congestion,runny nose and  sneezing, and other sinus symptoms are common with allergy headaches.
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies cause fever?
April 22, 2022

Can allergies cause fever?

Although allergies may not cause fevers, they can create a fever if a person contracts a sinus infection. Viruses that cause fever and allergy-like symptoms, such as the flu and the common cold, can also cause fever and allergy-like symptoms. A runny nose, sore throat, and cough are common cold symptoms. Patients with severe seasonal allergies may be tired and have a low-grade fever ("hayfever"), making it even more difficult to tell the difference to initiate an allergy treatment.
CONTINUE READING
Can allergies cause a cough?
April 22, 2022

Can allergies cause a cough?

Swelling or inflammation of the airways is the most common cause of asthma and allergy coughs. Hay fever and other allergies can create a chronic dry cough. A cough may be one of your allergy symptoms if you're allergic to dust, pet dander, pollen, mold, or other common allergens. Coughing due to allergies is usually a "dry" cough, meaning you won't cough up any mucus or phlegm. It can turn into a chronic condition that lasts for several weeks at a time. A loud barking sound that is both powerful and forceful distinguishes an allergy cough. Pollen allergy, cigarette smoking, air pollution, chemical fumes, dust, and other factors irritate your airways, causing them to become inflamed.
CONTINUE READING
Why are allergies high today?
April 22, 2022

Why are allergies high today?

Pollen is pushed into the air by warm temperatures, but pollen falls back down to cover outdoor surfaces at night due to cooler evening air. Pollen (or other allergens) collected in your hair or clothes throughout the day can produce bedtime allergy symptoms once you've settled in for the night. Pollen from trees, grasses, and ragweeds are the main causes of this discomfort. Wind, insects, and birds disperse these yellowish particles, which fertilize plants. Plants – and mold – can grow more quickly in a wet spring, causing allergic reaction rash symptoms to linger for months.
CONTINUE READING
Are allergies a medical condition?
April 21, 2022

Are allergies a medical condition?

Allergic disease is one of the most frequent chronic illnesses worldwide. Individuals with a family history of allergies are more likely to acquire allergic illnesses. Allergic diseases include allergic rhinitis, eczema, hives, asthma, and food allergies. An allergy is a reaction of the immune system to something that does not bother the majority of people. Allergy sufferers are frequently hypersensitive to multiple triggers. Pollen is a common cause of allergic responses. Dust mites are a type of allergy triggers.
CONTINUE READING
Are allergies contagious?
April 21, 2022

Are allergies contagious?

Allergies are the result of the immune system's response to something in the environment. This frequently includes dust or pollen and seasonal allergies. As with a cold, this leads the body to generate histamine, which causes nasal congestion, sneezing, and coughing. Allergies are not spreadable. An allergy is an overreaction of your immune system to chemicals that are ordinarily safe. When you come into contact with certain allergens, your body misidentifies them as hazardous substances and assaults them by generating molecules like histamine. Sneezing,watery and itchy eyes, runny nose, and stuffy nose are all allergy symptoms caused by these substances. Allergies are not communicable, but they do seem to run in families.
CONTINUE READING
Are allergies bad?
April 21, 2022

Are allergies bad?

Allergic reactions can be mild, moderate, or severe. In some cases, allergies can result in a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis. Hay fever, often known as allergic rhinitis, can cause a variety of symptoms, including Sneezing. Only a small fraction of those who have allergic reactions acquire lasting lung damage. In the most severe situations, the allergic reaction combined with the immune system's reactions might result in lung damage. Despite all of the sneezing and wheezing, having allergies may have some health benefits. According to new research, allergies may protect people from more serious harm, such as cancer.
CONTINUE READING
Are allergies a disability?
April 21, 2022

Are allergies a disability?

Yes. A person with a disability is someone who has or is suspected of having a physical or mental impairment that significantly limits one or more main living activities. Allergic asthma is a frequently recognised impairment. While hay fever is specifically omitted from the definition of disability (unless where it exacerbates the effects of another ailment), a severe allergy, such as nut intolerance, can be included.
CONTINUE READING
Are allergies autoimmune?
April 21, 2022

Are allergies autoimmune?

A distinct sort of T-cell is implicated in autoimmunity than in allergies. Tissue damage happens as a result of autoimmune responses and severe allergic reactions. The immune system overreacts to innocuous allergens in allergy sufferers. Surprisingly, this is the same type of response that clears the body of viruses, parasites, and germs. In patients with allergic conditions, the long-term risks of autoimmune disorders are much increased. Allergic diseases and autoimmune disorders cluster according to age and gender.
CONTINUE READING
Are allergies genetic?
April 21, 2022

Are allergies genetic?

An allergy develops when the body misidentifies one of these compounds as a threat and responds with an immunological response. Allergy susceptibility is commonly inherited, meaning it can be handed down through the generations from parents to their children. Allergies are not something that people are born with. We do know, however, that allergies run in families. For example,If you have skin allerg, at least one of your parents is likely to have them as well. Allergen exposure during times when the immune system is weakened, such as after an illness or during pregnancy, may potentially contribute to the development of allergies. Allergic reactions arise only once the immune system comes into contact with the offending substance.
CONTINUE READING
How does bronchitis spread?
April 19, 2022

How does bronchitis spread?

If bronchitis is caused by a viral or bacterial infection it is called viral bronchitis, it spreads in the same way that colds do: when individuals cough or sneeze, germs move through the air. You can inhale the germs if you're close enough. When someone speaks, sneezes, or coughs, minute airborne droplets containing a bacterium are created. This causes acute bronchitis.Acute bronchitis is caused by shaking hands or other forms of physical contact with an infected individual.
CONTINUE READING
How does bronchitis affect the respiratory system?
April 19, 2022

How does bronchitis affect the respiratory system?

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airways (bronchi). Acute and chronic bronchitis are the two most frequent kinds of bronchitis. COPD and chronic bronchitis are frequently associated. This is a group of lung illnesses that induce breathing difficulties and airflow obstruction. The bronchial tubes, which are the airways that connect your windpipe (trachea) to your lungs, expand and become inflamed when you have bronchitis. Excess mucus is produced in the inflamed bronchial tubes, which partially clogs the airway and creates the characteristic wet cough of bronchitis.
CONTINUE READING
How does bronchitis start?
April 19, 2022

How does bronchitis start?

The cells that line the bronchi become infected with bronchitis. In most cases, the infection begins in the nose or throat and spreads to the bronchial passages. The bronchial tubes swell as the body attempts to combat the illness. You cough as a result of this. Acute bronchitis symptoms appear out of nowhere. It causes swelling in the tubes that deliver air to your lungs. Without the need for medication, it normally improves on its own. The illness lasts 3 to 10 days on average, although the cough and bronchitis fever might last for weeks.
CONTINUE READING
How bronchitis is caused?
April 19, 2022

How bronchitis is caused?

Usually, the same viruses that cause colds and flu, Viruses are the most common acute bronchitis causes (influenza). Because antibiotics do not kill viruses, they are ineffective in most cases of bronchitis disease. Cigarette smoking is the most common cause of chronic bronchitis. Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which are the main airways entering the lungs. It usually occurs as a result of a virus or inhaling anything irritating to the lungs, such as tobacco smoke, fumes, dust, or air pollution.
CONTINUE READING
What does bronchitis feel like?
April 19, 2022

What does bronchitis feel like?

The tubes that transport air to your lungs can become inflamed and enlarged. Bronchitis is the medical term for this condition. You'll probably have a terrible bronchitis cough, a lot of phlegm, and possibly some other cold symptoms like body aches or chills if you have it. Your doctor may prescribe drugs in some instances. Cough, chest pain, runny nose, feeling fatigued and achy, headache, chills, low fever, and sore throat are the symptoms of bronchitis in adults.
CONTINUE READING
What does bronchitis mean?
April 18, 2022

What does bronchitis mean?

Bronchitis is a condition in which the bronchial tube lining, which transfers air to and from the lungs, becomes inflamed. Bronchitis causes thicker, possibly colored mucus to be coughed up. Bronchitis can be acute or chronic in nature. Acute bronchitis is a typical complication of a cold or another respiratory infection. A persistent irritation or inflammation of the bronchial tube lining, which is frequently induced by smoking, characterizes chronic bronchitis, a more serious condition.
CONTINUE READING
COPD yellow skin
April 16, 2022

COPD yellow skin

Redness of the skin due to clogged capillaries is another symptom of pulmonary disease.There is fluid in the lungs, airways, and throat linings. Mucous and other secretions, including pus, are produced in large quantities.Changes in the colour of your skin or your nails are common. You detect a bluish hue around your lips, as well as blue or purple nails. Your skin appears to be yellow or grey with severe copd. Sleeping and eating problems You're unable to sleep and have no desire to eat. You are unable to communicate. You can't seem to find the right words to say.
CONTINUE READING
COPD vs lung cancer symptoms
April 16, 2022

COPD vs lung cancer symptoms

Lung cancer and COPD causes coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Talk to your doctor if you have COPD and experience symptoms of lung cancer such as chest pain, excessive exhaustion, unexplained weight loss, or coughing up blood. COPD and lung cancer are both dangerous illnesses. This is because emphysema symptoms can easily mask chronic pulmonary disease, and COPD can mask the existence of lung cancer. Although progressing from emphysema to COPD usually does not result in a significant loss in health, early diagnosis of lung cancer is crucial for enhancing treatment options and prognosis.
CONTINUE READING
COPD vs emphysema
April 16, 2022

COPD vs emphysema

Emphysema is a progressive lung illness caused by over-inflation of the alveoli (air sacs in the lungs), whereas COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is a catch-all term for a variety of lung diseases, including emphysema. The signs and symptoms of COPD and emphysema are identical because it is a late stage of the disease.COPD signs and symptoms are already present if you have emphysema, albeit they will be less severe in the early stages of COPD since tissue deterioration is low.

CONTINUE READING
An untreated COPD
April 16, 2022

An untreated COPD

COPD, if left untreated, can hasten the progression of the COPD lung disease, cause cardiac difficulties, and worsen respiratory infections. Given the dangers of leaving COPD untreated, gaining control of the condition is crucial for a COPD patient. COPD can cause Decreased ability to breathe over time if left untreated. Depression is associated with a reduction in activity. Problems with the heart. It's a long-term sickness that becomes worse over time. The body's ability to take in enough oxygen decreases over time.
CONTINUE READING
COPD umbrella term
April 16, 2022

COPD umbrella term

COPD is a catch-all term for a variety of respiratory illnesses that worsen with time. COPD disease can be caused by chronic bronchitis or emphysema. If you've been diagnosed with COPD, you may have one or both of these respiratory illnesses, or symptoms of both.Obstructive lung disease
can progress slowly, making breathing increasingly difficult over time. Emphysema - Damage to the air sacs in the lungs.COPD Chronic Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airways that lasts for a long time.
CONTINUE READING
COPD treatment ladder
April 16, 2022

COPD treatment ladder

Spirometry is recommended as the gold standard for reliable and reproducible measurement of lung function in the GOLD international COPD guidelines1, as well as national guidelines2. When spirometry confirms a COPD diagnosis, evidence is accumulating indicating clinicians begin more suitable treatment. For most people the first line of COPD treatment is short-acting bronchodilator inhalers. Bronchodilators are drugs that relax and widen your airways, making it easier to breathe.
CONTINUE READING
COPD types and stages
April 13, 2022

COPD types and stages

Types of COPD are Chronic bronchitis and Emphysema.
A prolonged cough with mucus is a chronic bronchitis symptom.
Emphysema is a chronic lung disease that worsens with time.
COPD has four phases, ranging from moderate to severe. A chronic cough, shortness of breath, and wheezing are all possible signs. COPD in Stage I is mild. Lung function is beginning to deteriorate, although you may not be aware of it.
COPD in Stage 2 is moderate. Shortness of breath develops with exertion as the symptoms progress.
COPD in Stage III is severe. COPD exacerbations are prevalent as shortness of breath worsens.
COPD in Stage IV is very severe.
CONTINUE READING
COPD symptoms in older adults
April 13, 2022

COPD symptoms in older adults

Patients with COPD who are older are more likely to have diseases that contribute to functional impairment. COPD is linked to osteoporosis and fall risk factors, all of which increase the chance of hip fractures, which are a leading cause of disability in the elderly. Other signs and symptoms include: Breathing problems, especially when doing vigorous activities.
Wheezing.
Tightness in the chest
A cough with mucus on a regular basis (sputum).
Respiratory infections are common.
Energy deficiency.
Weight loss that was unintentional (in later stages).
CONTINUE READING
COPD respiratory failure
April 13, 2022

COPD respiratory failure

Respiratory failure is still a common consequence of chronic lung disease (COPD), with initial hospitalization being a poor prognostic indicator. Other concomitant illnesses, particularly cardiovascular disease, are, on the other hand, similarly strong predictors of mortality at the end-stage COPD. COPD is the most prevalent cause of type 2 respiratory failure, but it can also be caused by chest-wall abnormalities, respiratory muscle weakness, and central nervous system depression.
CONTINUE READING
COPD risk factors
April 13, 2022

COPD risk factors

Air pollution exposure.
Secondhand smoke is inhaled.
Chemicals, dust, and fumes are all part of the infection.
Alpha-1 deficiency is a hereditary disease.
A history of respiratory illness as a child 
The greatest significant risk factor for obstructive lung disease is cigarette smoking. Cigarette smoking is responsible for nearly all cases of COPD. COPD does not affect all smokers, though. COPD causes can be brought on by environmental circumstances or your genetic makeup.
CONTINUE READING
COPD rescue pack
April 13, 2022

COPD rescue pack

A COPD rescue pack is a pre-filled prescription for steroids and antibiotics that a  COPD patient can store at home and utilize for their acute exacerbation of COPD. Although rescue packs are widely utilized, it is critical that they are handled carefully to avoid steroid and antibiotic misuse. This Rescue Pack's medications should only be used for COPD flare-ups, not for any other medical condition or by anyone else.
CONTINUE READING
COPD quality of life
April 13, 2022

COPD quality of life

Patients with COPD have a lower quality of life, which deteriorates significantly as the condition progresses. A considerable increase in SGRQ-C score is connected with increasing COPD severity. A greater smoking index has an influence on the QOL of COPD patients, particularly in terms of symptoms and disease impact. COPD disease is a struggle, but it doesn't have to keep you from going about your daily routine. You can live with it if you eat well, take good care of yourself, and have patience. You've probably realized that working out is more difficult.
CONTINUE READING
COPD phlegm
April 11, 2022

COPD phlegm

COPD can cause your lungs to generate too much mucus, causing COPD cough. Some coughs are more successful than others at removing mucus from the lungs. Airways collapse and spasm as a result of explosive or uncontrolled coughing, trapping mucus. Sputum can be clear or foamy, and it can be clear or white (mucoid). Sputum that is more viscous, cloudy, or opaque (mucopurulent).If you have an infection, you may notice that your sputum becomes darker in colour, with a yellow or green tinge. Obstructive airway disease is characterised by shortness of breath, a chronic cough, and thick, frequently colourful mucus (phlegm) that you cough up.
CONTINUE READING
Does quitting to smoke repair lung damage?
April 11, 2022

Does quitting to smoke repair lung damage?

Smoking cessation can help you maintain your existing lung function while also preventing further damage. COPD and smoking will decline your lung function. Quitting smoking also helps to prevent COPD flare-ups. Within 1 to 9 months, people with COPD may see an improvement in their cough and breathing. How long does it take for your lungs to heal when you stop smoking?
During the first month after quitting smoking, your lung function will improve your circulation. After nine months, the cilia begin to function normally, and symptoms like coughing and shortness of breath become less frequent.
CONTINUE READING
COPD prognosis
April 11, 2022

COPD prognosis

COPD prognosis is quite favourable for persons with mild COPD (stage I), and they may have a very normal life expectancy, although this declines as the severity of the staging grows. People with COPD who are admitted to an ICU have a fatality rate of about 24%, which can increase in people over the age of 65. It's critical to begin therapy as soon as possible after being diagnosed and to remain with it. Treatment can make it easier to breathe and may even help prevent COPD from worsening. It is simpler to breathe when you maintain a healthy weight and stay active and strong. A well-balanced diet also provides the nutrients your body requires to fight illness and preserve your COPD lungs.
CONTINUE READING
COPD oxygen level
April 11, 2022

COPD oxygen level

For someone with moderate to severe COPD, an oxygen level of 88 percent to 92 percent is considered safe. Oxygen levels below 88 percent are harmful, and you should contact your doctor immediately if they go below that level. Go to the hospital if your oxygen levels fall below 84 percent. Low blood oxygen levels caused by severe COPD might compromise oxygen flow to the body's essential organs. People with severe COPD who have low blood oxygen levels may need COPD oxygen therapy to increase their blood oxygen levels and lower the risk of organ damage. This can help with fatigue and other low blood oxygen symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
COPD nebuliser
April 11, 2022

COPD nebuliser

In extreme cases of COPD where inhalers have failed, nebulized medication may be utilised. A machine is used to transform liquid medicine into a fine mist, which you inhale through a mouthpiece or a face mask. It allows you to take a huge dose of medicine all at once. Short-acting medicines such as nebulized albuterol sulphate and levalbuterol hydrochloride are routinely used to treat acute bouts of bronchospasm and acute exacerbations of COPD patients. COPD treatment can be done with a variety of medications and delivery devices. A nebulizer may be used by many patients with COPD to help get medication deep into the lungs, where it's needed the most.
CONTINUE READING
COPD natural treatment
April 10, 2022

COPD natural treatment

The following natural treatments and home cures can help COPD sufferers manage their pulmonary disease symptoms and reduce disease progression:
Smoking should be avoided at all costs.
Improve the air quality in your home.
Exercising for breathing is a good idea.
Control your stress levels.
Maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI).
Strengthen your muscles.
Exercising on the water.
COPD Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Acupuncture.
Massage.
Yoga.
Ginseng with NAC (N-Acetylcysteine).
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin.
Salvia,Echinacea.
Steam therapy is a type of treatment that uses steam. Steam treatment or steam inhalation is the process of inhaling water vapour to open up the airways and help the lungs remove mucus.
Coughing that is under control.
Remove mucus from the COPD lungs.
Exercise is important.
Foods that are anti-inflammatory,Green tea, for example...
Percussion on the chest.
CONTINUE READING
COPD non-smoker
April 10, 2022

COPD non-smoker

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can affect persons who have never smoked. COPD is a blanket term covering illnesses characterised by chronic inflammation of the bronchi, which are the tubes that carry air into the lungs. Damage to the lungs' air sacks is also a symptom of COPD and smoking. Nonsmokers can develop COPD from both indoor and outdoor pollution.Indoor air pollution is the most common cause of COPD in people who don't smoke. One contaminant that might induce COPD is secondhand cigarette smoke.
CONTINUE READING
COPD mucus
April 9, 2022

COPD mucus

Mucus production is higher in some COPD patients. This is owing to the fact that people with COPD have more goblet cells than people who do not. They may also have enlarging mucus glands in their airways. A chronic cough is the result of this overproduction. Living with COPD can cause your lungs to generate too much mucus, causing you to cough a lot. Some coughs are more successful than others at removing mucus from the lungs. Airways collapse and spasm as a result of explosive or uncontrolled COPD cough, trapping mucus.
CONTINUE READING
COPD lung sounds
April 9, 2022

COPD lung sounds

You can have clear lung sounds even if you have COPD. COPD Lung noises that were previously muffled may become apparent after using a bronchodilator. Wheezing may also occur as the airways open up. This is a good sign since it suggests air is moving more freely and wheezing can now be heard. Patients with COPD, particularly those with chronic bronchitis symptoms, may hear coarse crackles at the start of inspiration. These crackles have a "popping" quality to them, fluctuate in number and timing, and can be heard throughout the lungs. 
CONTINUE READING
COPD Lungs
April 9, 2022

COPD Lungs

The injured lung tissue does not recover on its own, and chronic lung disease has no cure. However, there are things you can do to slow down the advancement of the disease, improve your early signs of COPD, prevent hospitalization, and live longer. Medicines suggested by doctors may be used to open up the airways. Inflammation and thickening of the airways in your lungs, as well as damage to the tissue that exchanges oxygen, are all symptoms of COPD. The amount of air entering and exiting your lungs decreases. As a result, less oxygen penetrates your bodily tissues, making expulsion of the waste gas carbon dioxide more difficult.
CONTINUE READING
Daytime sleepiness with COPD
April 9, 2022

Daytime sleepiness with COPD

COPD patients frequently experience sleep disturbances. People with COPD cough and who have trouble breathing at night may wake up frequently and have difficulty falling or remaining asleep  during the night. It's also possible that you'll get less sleep and have poorer sleep quality. These data suggest that daytime sleepiness in COPD patients may be caused in part by nocturnal respiratory abnormalities, and that it is more common in younger patients with more severe pulmonary disease symptoms.The findings of this study indicated that COPD is linked to daytime sleepiness and poor sleep quality, which could be due to overnight respiratory issues and sleep apnea.
CONTINUE READING
COPD kidney failure
April 9, 2022

COPD kidney failure

There is a clear link between obstructive pulmonary disease and chronic renal failure, according to research. COPD sufferers are more likely than non-sufferers to develop chronic kidney failure, according to the research. High intrathoracic pressures can limit cardiac output, resulting in inadequate renal perfusion; consequent gas exchange problems, such as hypoxemia, hypercarbia, and systemic acidosis, might alter renal vascular resistance for COPD patients. All of the aforementioned causes, in addition to nicotine consumption, can cause microvascular damage, albuminuria, and a deterioration of renal function.
CONTINUE READING
COPD joint pain
April 7, 2022

COPD joint pain

COPD patients have a higher likelihood of chronic pain and higher pain intensity than the other disease categories studied in this study, second only to arthritis patients. The findings point to a strong link between pain, anxiety, and depression.COPD causes a serious health issue with a high fatality rate. Long-term inactivity, corticosteroid usage, poor nutrition, low anabolic hormone levels, hypoxia, and electrolyte imbalance can all contribute to nocturnal leg cramps by inducing peripheral muscle dysfunction. As the condition continues and the lungs get more damaged, the COPD lungs lose their ability to deliver oxygen to the body's organs and tissues, resulting in painful muscles and joints.
CONTINUE READING
COPD in children
April 7, 2022

COPD in children

COPD is reported to be more common in children who have had both asthma and pneumonia as youngsters. These diseases should be treated with caution in youngsters. Asthma in children is usually healed in adults. Children with weak lungs, on the other hand, develop COPD as adults.
When chronic obstructive pulmonary disease symptoms first develop, most patients are at least 40 years old. COPD  diagnosis in a young adult isn't uncommon, but it's rare. Certain genetic disorders, such as alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, can make younger people more susceptible to COPD.
CONTINUE READING
COPD fatigue
April 7, 2022

COPD fatigue

COPD patients have difficulty getting oxygen into their lungs and releasing carbon dioxide. Both a lack of oxygen and a buildup of carbon dioxide can make a person feel fatigued and depleted of energy. COPD lung disease causes the air sacs to lose their tone and become floppy due to damage to the airways. People with obstructive airway disease frequently experience weariness. COPD limits the amount of air that gets into your lungs, making breathing unpleasant and laborious. It also reduces the amount of oxygen delivered to your entire body. Your body will become fatigued and exhausted if it does not receive adequate oxygen.
CONTINUE READING
COPD exacerbation symptoms
April 7, 2022

COPD exacerbation symptoms

COPD exacerbation symptoms include breathing problems, especially when doing vigorous activities,wheezing,
tightness in the chest,a cough that produces clear, white, yellow, or greenish mucus on a regular basis (sputum).
Respiratory infections and energy deficiency are common.
Weight loss that was unintentional (in later stages)
Ankles, feet, and legs swell.
Exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can last anywhere from two to two weeks, depending on the severity of the symptoms. Exacerbations of chronic pulmonary disease may necessitate antibiotics, oral corticosteroids, and hospitalisation.
CONTINUE READING
COPD end stage
April 7, 2022

COPD end stage

End-stage COPD, often known as stage 4, is the most advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease stage. After years of suffering from the disease and the resulting lung damage, most people attain it. As a result, your living quality is poor. Exacerbations, or flares, will occur frequently, with one of them potentially fatal.
Other COPD signs and symptoms of late-stage include substantial limits in physical activity, such as walking difficulty.
People having trouble breathing due to lung infections regularly suffer from eating difficulties.
Due to a lack of oxygen, you may experience confusion or memory loss.
Fatigue and drowsiness are common side effects.
Flare-ups that are frequent and severe.
CONTINUE READING
COPD exercises
April 7, 2022

COPD exercises

Walking and jogging are two of the eight types of exercise that are excellent for patients with pulmonary disease.
Rope-jumping, bicycling, skating, aerobics with a mild impact, and swimming work well for COPD patients.
Resistance exercises (with hand weights or bands)  and Stretching helps you relax while also increasing your flexibility.
Aerobic exercise benefits your heart and lungs by allowing you to use oxygen more effectively.
All of your muscles, including the ones that help you breathe, become stronger as a result of resistance training.

CONTINUE READING
COPD exacerbation treatment
April 5, 2022

COPD exacerbation treatment

Acute COPD Exacerbation Treatment includes
Supplementing with oxygen,
Bronchodilators,
Corticosteroids,
Antibiotics.
Noninvasive ventilation or intubation and ventilation are sometimes used to help with ventilation.
The majority of individuals with the disease require COPD oxygen therapy during an episode. Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists are the cornerstone of pharmacological treatment for acute exacerbations. Antibiotics should be administered to people who have acute exacerbations and purulent sputum.

Short-acting bronchodilators, systemic corticosteroids, and antibiotics are used to treat acute exacerbations if bacterial infections are present. In life-threatening situations, oxygen and/or ventilatory support may be required.
CONTINUE READING
COPD exacerbation
April 5, 2022

COPD exacerbation

When the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) worsen or "flare up," it's called an exacerbation. The most common cause of an exacerbation is a lung infection, while in some cases the cause is unknown. Tiredness or exhaustion, more shortness of breath than usual, more coughing, more wheezing than usual, feeling ill, feeling like you have a cold, mucous change, swelling legs or ankles, difficulties sleeping, and other symptoms are all signs of a COPD flare up or exacerbation.

COPD exacerbation should be understood such that coughing, wheezing, or shortness of breath that is more severe than normal.
Mucus changes in colour, thickness, or quantity.
For more than one day, you've been exhausted.
Legs or ankles that are swollen.
I'm having more difficulty sleeping than normal.
If you are on oxygen, you may feel the desire to increase your oxygen intake.
CONTINUE READING
COPD drugs
April 5, 2022

COPD drugs

For most people with COPD lung disease, short-acting bronchodilator inhalers are the first line of treatment. Bronchodilators are drugs that relax and widen your airways, making it easier to breathe. Short-acting bronchodilator inhalers, such as salbutamol and terbutaline, are two forms of beta-2 agonist inhalers.
Bronchodilators, which are typically present in inhalers, are medications that relax the muscles surrounding your airways.
Combination inhalers, Inhaled steroids are used to control chronic lung disease. Oral steroids are a type of steroid that is taken orally.
Antibiotics like Phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitors, Theophylline are suggested by doctors.
CONTINUE READING
COPD diet
April 5, 2022

COPD diet

Simple carbs should be avoided, such as table sugar, candy, cake, and regular soft drinks. Every day, consume 20 to 30 grammes of fibre from foods like bread, pasta, nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables. Eat a good amount of protein at least twice a day to help maintain strong respiratory muscles.
COPD patients should eat a variety of protein, complex carbs, and fiber-rich foods, as well as include healthy fat sources in their meals and snacks. Dietary patterns for obstructive lung disease sufferers are influenced by a number of factors, including body weight and overall health.
Salt is one of the foods to avoid or limit. Water retention can be caused by too much sodium or salt in your diet, which can make it difficult to breathe.
Include Fruits, vegetables, and legumes. Avoid Dairy products, Chocolate and Fried foods.
CONTINUE READING
COPD causes
April 5, 2022

COPD causes

The most prevalent cause of COPD is long-term exposure to irritants, which destroys your lungs and airways. Tobacco smoke from a pipe, cigar, or other sorts of tobacco can also cause COPD, especially if inhaled. Exposure to other inhalation of irritants can aggravate the condition of a COPD patient.
COPD means Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease comprising chronic bronchitis and emphysema is caused by chemical substances that harm your lungs and airways slowly but surely. COPD is most commonly caused by smoking, however, it can also afflict nonsmokers.
CONTINUE READING
COPD cough
April 4, 2022

COPD cough

COPD can cause your lungs to generate too much mucus, causing you to cough a lot. Some coughs are more successful than others at removing mucus from the lungs. Airways collapse and spasm as a result of explosive or uncontrolled coughing, trapping mucus.
COPD Cough is frequently the first sign of the illness. The chronic bronchitis component of pulmonary disease is diagnosed if your cough lasts three months or longer for at least two years, according to the Mayo Clinic. Even if there are no other indications of disease, the cough may occur every day.
Cough is one of the most frequent COPD symptoms, and it can have a significant influence on a person's quality of life. A cough caused by COPD is frequently productive, meaning the sufferer coughs up mucus or phlegm. Some persons with COPD, however, may experience a dry cough. COPD and asthma sufferers are included.
CONTINUE READING
COPD breathing exercises
April 1, 2022

COPD breathing exercises

Tightening muscles till they weary is the goal of strengthening exercises. This exercise for the upper body might aid in the strengthening of your breathing muscles. COPD breathing exercises help you strengthen your breathing muscles, receive more oxygen, and breathe more easily.
Here's how to do deep breathing exercises:
With your elbows slightly back, sit or stand. This allows your chest to expand to its maximum capacity.
Deeply inhale through your nose.
Count to five while holding your breath.
Exhale slowly and deeply through your nostrils until you can no longer feel the breath you just inhaled.
Diaphragmatic breathing, often known as belly breathing, strengthens the diaphragm, one of the most critical muscles for breathing that increases COPD life expectancy.
CONTINUE READING
COPD breathlessness
April 1, 2022

COPD breathlessness

Chronic pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung illness that causes people to feel short of breath, tired, and unable to breathe properly. You may find it difficult to catch your breath after exercising or walking if you have COPD. Simply resting or relaxing can cause you to become out of breath. Excess mucus blocking the airways is the most common cause in patients with COPD. This occurs in tandem with muscle tension, which narrows the airways even further. Wheezing might also indicate asthma or pneumonia. Some persons with COPD may also suffer from a disease that involves both COPD signs and symptoms and asthma symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
COPD assessment test
April 1, 2022

COPD assessment test

The COPD Assessment Test (CAT) is a questionnaire designed for those who suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (COPD). Its goal is to figure out how COPD impacts a person's life and how that impact changes over time.

The test results should only be discussed with your healthcare provider to help you better manage your COPD.

Provides an established and widely accepted framework for calculating COPD causes and copd exacerbation symptoms (along with spirometry)
CONTINUE READING
COPD and heart failure
April 1, 2022

COPD and heart failure

Right-sided heart failure with COPD
Severe COPD can lead to cardiac failure in the ventricle, or lower right chamber, of your heart. COPD and heart failure, also known as cor pulmonale, is a disorder that affects people. Fluid builds up in your body as a result of right-sided heart failure, particularly in your legs and belly. When the lungs are badly injured by living with COPD, the pressure in the lungs' arteries rises to dangerously high levels, producing a back-up of pressure on the heart's right side as it pumps blood to the lungs. Cor pulmonale, a kind of right heart failure caused by lung disease, develops as a result of this.
CONTINUE READING
COPD vs Bronchiectasis
April 1, 2022

COPD vs Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis is a chronic inflammation and/or infection of the lungs, whereas most pulmanory disease symptoms are caused by smoking, allergies, or pollution. Bronchiectasis impairs the ability of your airways to clear mucus, making your respiratory system more susceptible to infection.
Bronchiectasis can be brought on by a number of things. Many bronchiectasis patients have never smoked, but COPD disease is caused by heavy smoking. It's worth noting that some COPD patients acquire bronchiectasis as a side effect.
CONTINUE READING
COPD without symptoms
March 24, 2022

COPD without symptoms

Breathing becomes progressively difficult as a result of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, it develops over a long period of time and you may not be aware of it at first. The majority of people with COPD do not have symptoms until their late 40s or 50s.

The majority of persons with COPD experience symptoms that prompt them to seek medical attention. The severity of your symptoms is determined by the extent of your lung injury. Lung injury can, however, occur without causing any symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
COPD without mucus
March 24, 2022

COPD without mucus

In fact, most people are unaware that they have COPD until it is too late. It usually begins with a persistent COPD cough. It could be dry, or it could be clear, white, yellow, or green mucus. You may also experience shortness of breath from time to time, especially if you push yourself.

Chronic shortness of breath and a cough are common emphysema symptoms. Mucus may or may not be produced by the cough. However, a person with COPD may exhibit other COPD symptoms in addition to coughing. Mucus production is higher in some COPD patients. This is due to the fact that they have more goblet cells than persons who do not have COPD. In addition, they may have enlarged mucus glands in their airways.
CONTINUE READING
COPD without cough
March 24, 2022

COPD without cough

Without a cough, a person with COPD,pulmonary disease may exhibit other symptoms of the disease.

COPD is a term that refers to both chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

Coughing and excessive mucus production are common symptoms of chronic bronchitis. Shortness of breath is a characteristic symptom of emphysema, which is caused by the progressive destruction of alveoli, or air sacs, in the copd lungs.

The most common sign of emphysema is shortness of breath rather than a cough. However, most emphysema patients also have chronic bronchitis, which causes them to cough.
CONTINUE READING
COPD with asthmatic features
March 24, 2022

COPD with asthmatic features

Patients with pulmonary disease symptoms are known to have features of asthma such as bronchodilator reversibility, atopy, early-onset symptoms, airflow restriction in the absence of a smoking history, and eosinophilia (COPD). COPD,Asthma that has been diagnosed by a doctor is linked to a greater risk of CB and emphysema.
Breathing is difficult with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In reality, they have a lot in common. They are, however, two distinct lung illnesses. When you have symptoms of both asthma and COPD, you're diagnosed with asthma-COPD overlap syndrome (ACOS). ACOS is not a separate condition; rather, it is a tool for doctors to recognise the combination of symptoms and choose the best treatment plan for you.
CONTINUE READING
COPD with covid
March 22, 2022

COPD with covid

Treatment for copd in the elderly is highly riskier, as well as those with underlying medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or chronic respiratory disease,are more prone to become very ill.

Without medical therapy, around 80% of people recover completely from COVID-19. However, if you get infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, your COPD,chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder puts you at a higher risk of being critically ill. Doctors are still unsure how much risk your COPD poses. They are aware that COVID-19 will make you sicker than persons who do not have the disease.
CONTINUE READING
Is COPD terminal?
March 22, 2022

Is COPD terminal?

COPD is not a terminal sickness, but rather a chronic disorder that worsens with time. Although there is no treatment for end stage COPD, it can be effectively controlled, especially if it is detected early.
If COPD is detected early enough, it is feasible to delay or even stop the illness from progressing further. Spirometry can be used effectively in clinical practise to detect chronic lung disease symptoms in its early stages (mild or moderate).

CONTINUE READING
COPD, is there a cure?
March 22, 2022

COPD, is there a cure?

Although there is no cure for chronic lung disease (COPD), medicines can help decrease the disease's progression and manage COPD signs and symptoms. Some of the therapies are as follows: If you have COPD and smoke, the most important thing you can do is quit.

If you have COPD, you can take efforts to improve your health and slow lung damage:
Maintain control over your breathing.
Make sure your airways are clear.
Exercise on a regular basis...
Consume nutritious foods.
Smoke and pollution should be avoided.
See your doctor on a regular basis.

CONTINUE READING
COPD is a combination of which two diseases?
March 22, 2022

COPD is a combination of which two diseases?

COPD disease is caused by emphysema and chronic bronchitis, the two most frequent illnesses. These two issues are frequently present at the same time in COPD patients, and their severity varies.

Chronic bronchitis symptoms are characterised by a persistent cough with mucous.
Emphysema is a lung disease that develops over time.
CONTINUE READING
COPD for smokers
March 22, 2022

COPD for smokers

When a cigarette burns, it releases chemicals, many of which are hazardous. Toxins in cigarette smoke weaken your immune system, narrow your airways, cause swelling in your air tubes, and destroy your air sacs, all of which contribute to COPD,pulmonary disease.

If you can't or won't quit smoking, you may find that it aggravates your COPD symptoms and causes more flare-ups. This can raise your chances of being admitted to the hospital for COPD treatment, reduce your quality of life, and shorten your life expectancy.
CONTINUE READING
COPD for non-smokers
March 21, 2022

COPD for non-smokers

COPD can affect persons who have never smoked. COPD is a blanket term covering illnesses characterized by chronic inflammation of the bronchi, which are the tubes that carry air into the lungs. Damage to the lungs' air sacks is also  COPD sign and symptom. 
COPD can be caused by both indoor and outdoor pollution in nonsmokers. The most common cause of COPD in persons who don't smoke is indoor air pollution. Secondhand cigarette smoke is one pollutant that can cause COPD.
CONTINUE READING
Will COPD go away?
March 21, 2022

Will COPD go away?

Will COPD go away?

If COPD is detected early enough, it is feasible to delay or even stop the illness from progressing further. Spirometry can be used effectively in clinical practise to detect COPD in its early stages,mild COPD.
There is no cure for COPD, and the damaged lung tissue does not repair by itself.There are, however, things you may do to delay the disease's progression, improve your chronic bronchitis symptoms, avoid hospitalization, and live longer. To open up the airways, bronchodilator medication may be administered.
CONTINUE READING
Will COPD show up on X-ray?
March 21, 2022

Will COPD show up on X-ray?

Although a chest X-ray alone cannot establish a  COPD diagnosis, it can reveal valuable information about your heart and lungs. A lung function test, as well as a thorough examination of your symptoms and their impact on your life, are required for a valid diagnosis.

While COPD may not be seen on a chest x-ray until it is advanced, images of the lungs, air pockets (bullae), and a flattened diaphragm may be visible. A chest x-ray can also be used to determine if symptoms that are similar to chronic lung disease,COPD are caused by anything else.
CONTINUE READING
Why COPD causes cor pulmonale?
March 21, 2022

Why COPD causes cor pulmonale?

When a respiratory illness causes high blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries, it is known as cor pulmonale (pulmonary hypertension). In persons with pulmonary hypertension, changes in the tiny blood vessels inside the lungs can cause greater blood pressure on the right side of the heart.

Cor pulmonale COPD can also be caused by pulmonary lung disease that create a low blood oxygen level in the blood for an extended period of time. Here are a few examples: Scleroderma and other autoimmune disorders that affect the lungs.
CONTINUE READING
Why COPD is irreversible?
March 21, 2022

Why COPD is irreversible?

COPD,obstructive pulmonary disease is characterised by progressive and mostly permanent airflow limitation caused by emphysema-induced constriction and fibrosis of small airways, as well as the loss of airway alveolar attachments. COPD damages the lungs permanently, however medication can help reduce the progression of the condition. Treatments include quitting smoking, which is the most crucial thing you can do if you have COPD and smoke. To make breathing easier,COPD breathing devices such as inhalers and tablets are available.
CONTINUE READING
Why COPD patients lose weight?
March 19, 2022

Why COPD patients lose weight?

When your lungs aren't performing as well as they should, your body has to work harder to breathe. You may burn up to ten times as many calories as usual as a result of this. COPD, which causes shortness of breath and a chronic cough, can cause a loss of appetite, weight loss, and even cachexia.
Some persons with severe COPD, particularly those with emphysema, may be underweight and emaciated. COPD patients frequently lose weight. You lose muscle mass when you lose weight, including the muscles that help you breathe. Breathing may become more difficult as a result of this.
CONTINUE READING
What percent of the population has COPD?
March 19, 2022

What percent of the population has COPD?

COPD lung disease is a common illness that usually affects smokers in their forties and fifties. Many people are utterly oblivious to the fact that they are infected. With COPD, Breathing problems tend to develop worse over time and might limit your typical activities, while treatment can help you stay in control.
A total of 126,283 COPD patients were found. In the adult population, the prevalence was estimated to be 3.6 percent.

CONTINUE READING
Which is worse COPD or asthma?
March 19, 2022

Which is worse COPD or asthma?

COPD,Asthma are both chronic disorders with no cure, but their prognoses are very different. On a daily basis, asthma is usually easy to manage. COPD, on the other hand, gets worse over time. Lung illnesses include asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Both create swelling in the airways, making it difficult to breathe.

When you have asthma, something you're allergic to, such as pollen or mould, or physical exercise, can cause edoema. Obstructive airway disease (COPD) includes conditions such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

CONTINUE READING
COPD, When is oxygen needed?
March 19, 2022

COPD, When is oxygen needed?

In most cases, end-stage COPD needs the use of supplemental oxygen (stage 4). From stage 1 (mild COPD) to COPD stage 4, the need for medicines is expected to grow dramatically. You could be suffering from COPD disease or an illness that is making your breathing difficult. It's possible that you'll just need the treatment when you sleep, while you're active, or while you're infected.
CONTINUE READING
COPD, When to take antibiotics?
March 19, 2022

COPD, When to take antibiotics?

Antibiotics should be administered to persons who have a severe flare-up of symptoms, commonly known as a severe acute exacerbation, according to the antimicrobial guidance. They may be useful for those with mild COPD, according to research.
When used correctly, antibiotics can be a valuable tool in treating persons with COPD exacerbations.
This is especially true for people who are hospitalised or have a more serious illness. Antibiotic misuse, on the other hand, raises costs and dangers.
CONTINUE READING
How COPD causes pulmonary hypertension?
March 18, 2022

How COPD causes pulmonary hypertension?

Blood flow through the lungs becomes more difficult when the tiny blood capillaries in the lungs become thickened, constricted, clogged, or damaged. Maximum oxygen for COPD patients is mandatory. As a result, pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) develops. 

During exercise, sleep, and exacerbation, pulmonary hypertension normally worsens. The main cause of increased pulmonary artery pressure in COPD lung disease is due to pulmonary vascular remodeling, which is hypothesized to come from the combined effects of hypoxia, inflammation, and capillary loss in severe emphysema.


CONTINUE READING
When COPD is life threatening?
March 18, 2022

When COPD is life threatening?

People with COPD may require further treatment at home or admission to the hospital for emergency care if their copd flare up symptoms worsen. Flare-ups that are severe can be fatal.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder complications can include pneumonia, heart disease, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, and congestive heart failure, in addition to shortness of breath and activity limits.

CONTINUE READING
How COPD affects gas exchange?
March 18, 2022

How COPD affects gas exchange?

Gas exchange is frequently hampered in persons with COPD. This is due to the fact that COPD is linked to increasing deterioration to the alveoli and airways. Pulmonary disease symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing, and exhaustion due to a lack of gas exchange. Hypoxemia and hypercapnia are also consequences.
COPD has an impact on this process. COPD and Emphysema can cause the alveoli, or tiny air sacs that allow oxygen to enter the bloodstream, to be destroyed. When they are destroyed, huge air pockets called bullae emerge in the lungs. Unlike normal lung tissue, these bullae do not exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.


CONTINUE READING
How COPD develops?
March 18, 2022

How COPD develops?

COPD is caused by long-term lung damage from inhaling a hazardous substance, most commonly cigarette smoking, as well as smoke from other sources and air pollution. COPD exacerbations are caused by jobs that expose people to dust, gases, and chemicals.

COPD takes several years to manifest. When signs of COPD  first develop, most patients are at least 40 years old. COPD in a young adult is not unheard of.

Gift yourself a wellness package with Salt Therapy for COPD at Saltworld.
CONTINUE READING
How COPD affects the body?
March 18, 2022

How COPD affects the body?

COPD,chronic obstructive pulmonary disease symptoms gradually reduce a patient's capacity to operate normally in terms of daily tasks and physical activity, as well as impairing sleep quality. Furthermore, a higher symptom burden from COPD is linked to  anxiety and depression.

Also COPD causes the following damages to the body:

Increased Shortness of Breath makes COPD disease worse.

Wheezing, 

Phlegm Variations...

Cough Is Getting Worse...

Muscle Weakness and Fatigue.

Edema is a condition in which there is a buildup of fluid in the lungs

When you first wake up, you may feel groggy.


CONTINUE READING
How COPD affects the lungs?
March 17, 2022

How COPD affects the lungs?

COPD causes inflammation and thickening of the airways in your lungs, as well as destruction of the tissue that exchanges oxygen.With COPD, breathing becomes difficult.The amount of air that enters and leaves your lungs reduces. As a result, less oxygen enters your body tissues, making it more difficult to expel the waste gas carbon dioxide.
Your lungs rely on the inherent flexibility of your bronchial tubes and air sacs to propel air out of your body. As a result of COPD,an obstructive airway disease they lose their suppleness and over-expand, trapping some air in your lungs as you exhale.
CONTINUE READING
How COPD is diagnosed?
March 17, 2022

How COPD is diagnosed?

Spirometry, the most common test, includes blowing into a large tube connected to a small machine to assess how much air your lungs can hold and how rapidly you can expel it. Other procedures include lung volume and diffusing capacity measurements, a six-minute walk test, and pulse oximetry.

Spirometry is a basic test that determines how well your lungs function. You blow air through a mouthpiece and tubing connected to a small machine for this test. The machine monitors how much air you can blow and how quickly you can blow it out. Spirometry can detect pulmonary disease  symptoms before they appear and can make living with COPD easier.
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD cause chest pain?
March 17, 2022

Can COPD cause chest pain?

People with COPD,obstructive lung disease frequently have chest pain. Changes in the structure and function of the lungs can cause pain for COPD patients. Chest muscles can also be stretched, resulting in pain. There are a variety of techniques that can assist you in better managing your pain.
COPD can cause lung tissue damage. If air gets into the area between a lung and your chest wall, the lung might deflate like a balloon. Sudden shortness of breath, severe chest pain or stiffness, or a hacking cough are all possible symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD cause a swollen belly?
March 17, 2022

Can COPD cause a swollen belly?

According to one study, 85 percent of persons with COPD,chronic lung disease have at least one digestive system issue. The most prevalent complaints were bloating in the stomach and feeling full very quickly after starting to eat. It appears to occur far more frequently in women than in men, according to researchers.

Some patients with this illness may also experience stomach issues such as bloating and excessive gas.

COPD causes stomach tightness or protrusion, which can be very painful. It can also make eating and getting the nutrition you require more difficult.
CONTINUE READING
How COPD affects daily life?
March 17, 2022

How COPD affects daily life?

As the condition develops, daily activities—from the most basic to the most involved—become increasingly limited, and quality of life suffers. Dyspnea, the most distressing sign of COPD, worsens over time, lowering exercise tolerance and limiting everyday activities, as well as lowering health status.
Your body – including your muscles and organs – don't get the oxygen they need to function correctly because COPD disease decreases your oxygen levels. This can make it difficult for you to stand, lift, reach, stretch, or bend. T
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD be hereditary?
March 16, 2022

Can COPD be hereditary?

You're more likely to acquire COPD disease if you smoke and have a close relative who has it, suggesting that some people's genes make them more sensitive to the disease. Intergenerational relationships in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have long been recognized, and they can be caused by genetic, gene-environment, or life course variables. As a result, adult offspring of COPD parents may be at a higher risk of developing the disease.COPD and smoking are more dangerous to lung health.
COPD appears to run in families, so if your parents had chest difficulties, your chances of developing it are increased. People with alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, an uncommon genetic disease, are more likely to develop COPD.
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD stay mild?
March 16, 2022

Can COPD stay mild?

COPD is not all the same; some cases are quite mild, while others are more severe.By making lifestyle adjustments, it is feasible to 'hold steady' or delay the progression of COPD,pulmonary lung disease.The first and most important step is to quit smoking.

You may be able to live a healthy life for years following diagnosis, especially if your COPD is detected early, if you have mild COPD, and your condition is adequately managed and controlled.

If COPD is detected early enough, it is feasible to delay or even stop the illness from progressing further.
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD cause heart failure?
March 16, 2022

Can COPD cause heart failure?

COPD and heart failure are interrelated. Severe COPD can cause cardiac failure in your heart's ventricle or lower right chamber. Right-sided heart failure, also known as cor pulmonale, is a disorder that affects people.
COPD and oxygen levels play a major role in healthy heart functioning. Worse things happen when low oxygen levels caused by COPD produce pulmonary hypertension or a rise in blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. As the heart attempts to pump blood through the lungs, this rise in pressure puts an undue strain on the right ventricle.
CONTINUE READING
Are COPD symptoms constant?
March 16, 2022

Are COPD symptoms constant?

COPD signs and symptoms vary depending on the extent of lung damage caused by inhaled chemicals, the most prevalent of which is smoking. Symptoms normally take a long time to occur, and they don't show up until there's been a lot of damage. Symptoms can also come and go, and their intensity can fluctuate between mild COPD to severe COPD.

People with COPD are more likely to have exacerbations, which are periods when their symptoms become worse than usual and last for several days.
CONTINUE READING
Are COPD patients CO2 retainers?
March 16, 2022

Are COPD patients CO2 retainers?

To begin with, the vast majority of COPD patients do not retain CO2.
CO2 retention is common in patients with late-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which has been linked to increased ventilation-perfusion mismatch, particularly during oxygen therapy.
Carbon dioxide retention is another promising biomarker for determining the severity of COPD lung disease. Carbon dioxide retention implies lung reserve exhaustion, loss of ventilatory function, increased clinical symptoms, respiratory failure, and secondary injury.
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD be reversed?
March 15, 2022

Can COPD be reversed?

The injured lung tissue does not recover on its own, and the obstructive pulmonary disease has no cure.There are, however, things you may do to delay the disease's progression, improve your symptoms, avoid hospitalization, and live longer. Bronchodilator medicine may be used to open up the airways. However with COPD,life expectancy of many patients is 70s, 80s, or 90s, if your case is minor and you don't have any underlying health issues such as heart disease or diabetes, this is more likely.
CONTINUE READING
Can COPD be cured?
March 15, 2022

Can COPD be cured?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has no cure at the moment, although medication can help delay the progression of the disease, regulate the symptoms, and keep you out of the hospital. The goal of COPD treatment is to prevent more harm, lower the risk of consequences, and alleviate certain symptoms. Pulmonary rehabilitation, medications, and oxygen therapy are all alternatives for treatment.

If COPD diagnosis is done at an early stage and is mild, it can be effectively managed and controlled.
CONTINUE READING
Are COPD symptoms worse at night?
March 15, 2022

Are COPD symptoms worse at night?

COPD patients report nocturnal symptoms and sleeping difficulties in about 75% of cases. Patients with COPD disease may notice that their symptoms intensify when they get into bed since people with lung problems typically report that breathing is more difficult when lying down.
Morning and night coughs and other COPD signs and symptoms are different. Respiratory symptoms are especially bothersome at night and early in the morning, resulting in sleep disruption, limited morning activities, and poor health.
CONTINUE READING
Are COPD patients immunocompromised?
March 15, 2022

Are COPD patients immunocompromised?

In general, the word refers to somebody whose immune system isn't working the way doctors expect it to. It could make someone more vulnerable to contracting an infectious disease or getting more severe symptoms if they do.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (emphysema, chronic bronchitis), asthma, and cystic fibrosis are all lung illnesses that effectively affect the lungs' ability to function.

CONTINUE READING
Are COPD and emphysema the same?
March 15, 2022

Are COPD and emphysema the same?

The abbreviation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. COPD is a type of emphysema. The fundamental distinction between emphysema and COPD is that emphysema is a progressive lung illness caused by alveoli (air sacs in the lungs) over-inflation, whereas COPD,an obstructive lung disease, is a catch-all phrase used to describe a group of lung conditions (including emphysema) that are characterised by increasing breathlessness. Emphysema is the cause of COPD, but not everyone with COPD has emphysema.
CONTINUE READING
Are COPD and asthma the same?
March 12, 2022

Are COPD and asthma the same?

No, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (commonly known as COPD) and asthma are both lung disorders that make breathing difficult.

Asthma, on the other hand, is characterised by bouts of wheezing and chest tightness. COPD symptoms are more persistent, and they can include a copd cough that produces phlegm.

Both asthma and COPD are chronic illnesses that cannot be cured, but their prognoses are different. Asthma is usually easier to manage on a daily basis. COPD disease, on the other hand, gets worse over time.
CONTINUE READING
When COPD worsens?
March 12, 2022

When COPD worsens?

An exacerbation occurs when COPD grows worse (ex-zass-er-BAY-shun). You may become short of breath or your cough may worsen during an exacerbation. You might cough up phlegm that is thicker than usual or has an unusual colour.
COPD progressively worsens with time. As COPD worsens, so does shortness of breath. Even if you are active, you may have relatively modest chronic bronchitis symptoms if your copd diagnosis is early, before you have a lot of lung damage.
CONTINUE READING
What are COPD symptoms?
March 12, 2022

What are COPD symptoms?

COPD is an obstructive lung disease.

COPD signs and symptoms are as follows:

Breathing problems, especially when doing vigorous activities
Wheezing
Tightness in the chest
Cough with mucus
Energy deficiency
Weight loss that was unintentional (in later stages)
Ankle, foot, or leg swelling

CONTINUE READING
What COPD does to the lungs?
March 12, 2022

What COPD does to the lungs?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease  (COPD) is a long-term inflammatory lung condition. COPD  causes airflow obstruction in the lungs.Breathing difficulty,cough, mucus (sputum) production, and wheezing are symptoms of COPD.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects how you breathe by causing the lungs to degrade over time. COPD ,chronic lung disease causes inflammation and narrowing of the bronchial tubes (airways) in the lungs. They tend to collapse and become clogged with mucus as you exhale.
CONTINUE READING
What does COPD stand for?
March 12, 2022

What does COPD stand for?

COPD means chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.It is a group of diseases that cause airflow restriction and breathing difficulty . Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are examples. COPD makes it difficult to breathe.
CONTINUE READING
Which type of bronchiectasis is most severe?
March 10, 2022

Which type of bronchiectasis is most severe?

Cylindrical, varicose, and cystic bronchiectasis are the three fundamental morphologic kinds of lung disease bronchiectasis detected on CT, and many individuals have a combination of these three classic types.

Cystic bronchiectasis is the most uncommon and severe bronchiectasis. This type of emphysema features larger air holes and a honeycombed look on CT scans, as well as thicker walls than emphysema blebs. Some people have multiple types of bacteria in their lungs.
CONTINUE READING
Are bronchiectasis common?
March 10, 2022

Are bronchiectasis common?

Bronchiectasis affects between 350,000 and 500,000 people in genaral.  Bronchitis is more likely to occur as people get older. Women are more likely than men to get bronchiectasis disease. Bronchitis has a variety of origins, but in around 40% of instances, the bronchiectasis cause is unknown.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis without cough
March 10, 2022

Bronchiectasis without cough

Although patients with  lung disease bronchiectasis often have a cough and phlegm that is 'normal' for them, these symptoms can change over time and signal the development of a chest infection. It might be mild, with little or no mucus coughed up, or it can be severe, with more mucus spit up. Infections in the lungs can cause inflammation, which can harm or restrict certain parts of the lungs.

CONTINUE READING
Is bronchiectasis reversible?
March 10, 2022

Is bronchiectasis reversible?

Bronchiectasis  is defined as "irreversible dilation of the bronchi," and while reversible forms have only been shown in a few cases, bronchiectasis was reversed in six non-cystic fibrosis patients, and improvement was seen in eight patients in the paediatric group.

Bronchiectasis disease develops when the bronchial and bronchiolar walls are damaged by inflammatory and viral agents, resulting in a vicious cycle of airway injury. Bronchiectasis  is typically thought to be irreversible in the adult population because of the hallmark bronchiectasis symptom of permanent bronchial dilation.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis restrictive or obstructive
March 9, 2022

Bronchiectasis restrictive or obstructive

Even though it is far less frequent than asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema, bronchiectasis disease is a kind of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Clinically, these conditions have a lot in common.
Restrictive lung illnesses make it difficult for the lungs to fully expand, making it difficult to fully breath. Obstructive lung illnesses make it difficult for the lungs to fully exhale air. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and lung disease bronchiectasis are examples.
CONTINUE READING
Is bronchiectasis an autoimmune disease?
March 7, 2022

Is bronchiectasis an autoimmune disease?

Autoimmune illness occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your body.Normally, the immune system protects us from infections such as germs and viruses. When foreign bodies are detected, it sends forth an army of fighter cells to combat them.Lack of immunity may cause mild to severe bronchiectasis.
Several autoimmune illnesses, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Sjogren's syndrome, recurrent polychondritis, and inflammatory bowel disease, are linked to lung bronchiectasis.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis x ray
March 7, 2022

Bronchiectasis x ray

A chest X-ray creates images of structures in the chest, such as your heart and lungs, using electromagnetic radiation. It can detect lung scarring, which is a  bronchiectasis symptom, as well as rule out other pulmonary diseases.
The most common test for identifying bronchiectasis disease is a chest computed tomography (to-MOG-ra-fee) scan, often known as a chest CT scan. This painless examination produces detailed images of your airways and other chest structures. A CT scan of the chest can reveal the extent and location of lung injury.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis yellow nail syndrome
March 7, 2022

Bronchiectasis yellow nail syndrome

Yellow nail syndrome, also known as "primary lymphedema with yellow nails and pleural effusion," is a relatively unusual medical condition characterised by pleural effusions, lymphedema (due to lymphatic channel underdevelopment), and yellow dystrophic nails. Bronchiectasis disease affects about 40% of the population. Fluid collection in the membranes enclosing the lungs and lining the chest cavity is occasionally linked to yellow nail syndrome (pleural effusion)in lung bronchiectasis.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis spirometry
March 7, 2022

Bronchiectasis spirometry

Spirometry is a test used to diagnose asthma and bronchiectasis, COPD, and other respiratory problems. Spirometry can also be performed on a regular basis to monitor your lung condition and see if a medicine for a persistent lung disease is helping you breathe better.

Normal, restricted, or obstructive spirometry can be linked with lung disease bronchiectasis. More severe disease and a higher frequency of hospital admissions are linked to obstructive and restrictive spirometry.

CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis signs and symptoms
March 7, 2022

Bronchiectasis signs and symptoms

Bronchiectasis symptoms can take months or years to appear, and they get worse over time. The two main symptoms are daily coughing and mucous production (sputum).
Other common signs and symptoms of bronchiectasis disease include :
Coughing up yellow or green mucous on a regular basis
Breathing problems that worsen during flare-ups
Fatigue, tiredness, or a sense of being run-down
Feelings of jitters and/or chills
A whistling or wheezing sound may be heard during breathing.
Hemoptysis is a disorder in which you cough up blood or mucus mixed with blood.
Increased struggle to breathe causes chest pain.
The swelling of the skin beneath the nails is known as clubbing.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis and covid vaccine
March 5, 2022

Bronchiectasis and covid vaccine

People with lung disease bronchiectasis are not at risk from the immunisation. The vaccine has been tested on persons with long-term illnesses as well as people of all ages, including the elderly. There's no reason to believe that the immunisation will interfere with any drugs. Any bronchiectasis treatment you're receiving for your lung ailment should be continued.

All vaccinations that have been approved have met stringent safety, quality, and effectiveness requirements. All approved coronavirus vaccines must undergo the same clinical trials and reviews as other licensed drugs.
CONTINUE READING
How to live with bronchiectasis?
March 5, 2022

How to live with bronchiectasis?

Though there is no cure for bronchiectasis, good overall health, using airway clearance procedures, frequent exercise, and sticking to your doctor's bronchiectasis treatments can all help you live a happy and healthy life. Bronchitis patients' prognosis is highly diverse and often depends on the underlying aetiology. Despite the fact that bronchiectasis disease is tough and unpleasant disease to live with, most people who have it live a normal life.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis and rheumatoid arthritis
March 5, 2022

Bronchiectasis and rheumatoid arthritis

One of the most prevalent pulmonary complications linked with rheumatoid arthritis is lung scarring. Shortness of breath, a chronic dry cough, fatigue, weakness, and a loss of appetite are all signs of long-term inflammatory scarring (interstitial lung disease).

Bronchiectasis is a common symptom of rheumatoid arthritis, especially in people with severe, long-term nodular disease. Respiratory failure and recurrent pulmonary infections are common and can be lethal.
CONTINUE READING
Breathing exercises for bronchiectasis
March 5, 2022

Breathing exercises for bronchiectasis

For those with bronchiectasis disease, any sort of activity that gets you a little breathless, such as walking and swimming, is particularly good. It will increase your overall fitness and may help you clean your chest. Staying or being in shape will aid in the development of infection resistance and bronchiectasis treatment.

They are as follows:
breathing control with deep breathing – taking a long, slow, deep breath in through your nose if possible, holding your breath for 2 to 3 seconds, and breathing out gently, like a sigh
puffing - instead of coughing, you breathe out with an open mouth.
CONTINUE READING
Inhaler for bronchiectasis
March 5, 2022

Inhaler for bronchiectasis

Bronchitis causes airway inflammation, and many suffer from asthma-like symptoms (such as cough and wheeze). As a result, inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), which are routinely used to treat asthma, may help persons with bronchiectasis improve their symptoms, prevent flare-ups, and/or slow the progression of lung disease.
Bronchodilators, such as beta-agonists and anticholinergics, may aid some bronchiectasis patients by reversing bronchospasm caused by airway hyper reactivity and enhancing mucociliary clearance.Take good care of yourself with Salt Therapy for bronchiectasis at Saltworld.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis and alcohol
March 2, 2022

Bronchiectasis and alcohol

Heavy drinking on a regular basis might harm the immune system and lungs. This may raise a person's chances of developing lung disease bronchiectasis. If you have bronchiectasis  or are at risk for developing it, you should avoid drinking alcohol. People who prefer to smoke a lot while they drink should also think about not drinking.
CONTINUE READING
Can bronchiectasis be without symptoms?
March 2, 2022

Can bronchiectasis be without symptoms?

Bronchiectasis is a lung disease that affects one or more sections of the lungs. It can be minor, with little or no mucus, or it can be more severe, with more mucus being coughed up. Infections can induce inflammation in the lungs, which can damage or restrict certain areas of the lungs.
Symptoms may not appear for months or even years following recurrent infections. Coughing that persists is a common symptom (may become bloody) Every day, copious amounts of mucus (sputum) were coughed up.
CONTINUE READING
Is bronchiectasis dangerous?
March 2, 2022

Is bronchiectasis dangerous?

Although living with bronchiectasis can be difficult and unpleasant, most people with the disease live a normal life. Bronchitis, on the other hand, can be fatal if the lungs cease working properly in patients who have severe symptoms. Bronchiectasis is a dangerous disease. It can lead to respiratory or cardiac failure if left untreated. Early identification and treatment, on the other hand, can aid in the management of symptoms and the prevention of the illness worsening.
CONTINUE READING
Does bronchiectasis spread?
March 2, 2022

Does bronchiectasis spread?

Bronchiectasis is not a contagious disease. If you have bronchiectasis, you may notice that being near people who have chest infections or colds makes you more susceptible to getting sick. The coughing of a person with bronchiectasis on a daily basis, on the other hand, is not 'catching.' 
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis, when to see a doctor?
March 2, 2022

Bronchiectasis, when to see a doctor?

Bronchiectasis symptoms can take months or years to appear, and they get worse over time. Coughing and mucus production on a daily basis are the two main symptoms (sputum)

If left untreated, symptoms such as shortness of breath, decreased quality of life, and heart failure may develop.Starting the bronchiectasis treatment right on time helps manage the illness better.
CONTINUE READING
Which is worse bronchiectasis or copd?
February 28, 2022

Which is worse bronchiectasis or copd?

COPD and bronchiectasis are not the same as asthma.

It's worth noting that some COPD patients acquire chronic  bronchiectasis as a side effect. Cough, dyspnea, frequent chest infections, and abnormal breathing tests are all symptoms of both illnesses, so it's not surprising that they're sometimes confused.
CONTINUE READING
What makes bronchiectasis worse?
February 28, 2022

What makes bronchiectasis worse?

One or more bronchi are abnormally enlarged in lung disease bronchiectasis. This means that more mucus collects there than usual, making the bronchi more susceptible to infection. If an infection develops, the bronchi may be injured again, allowing more mucus to accumulate and increasing the risk of bronchiectatic disease.
CONTINUE READING
How does bronchiectasis start?
February 28, 2022

How does bronchiectasis start?

If the tissue and muscles that surround the bronchi are injured or destroyed, lung disease bronchiectasis can develop. This could occur due to a multitude of factors.The three most common causes of bronchiectatic disease  are: having previously experienced a lung infection that damaged the bronchi, such as pneumonia or whooping cough.

CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis what does it do?
February 28, 2022

Bronchiectasis what does it do?

Bronchiectasis is a lung illness in which damaged tissue in the bronchi, or airways that enter the lungs. Bronchiectasis causes mucus to be coughed up.The disorder is more common in adults over the age of 75, but it can also strike younger people. 
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis,what to eat?
February 22, 2022

Bronchiectasis,what to eat?

Choose more complex carbs, such as a range of carbohydrates, fresh vegetables, and fruits, when you first start treating bronchiectasis with diet. Combine it with high-fat protein sources such as whole milk cheese and yoghurt. It's also vital to watch what you eat. Maintaining your strength and fitness can be as simple as eating a well-balanced and varied diet. You'll be better able to battle infections if your body is well-nourished. The energy requirements from food will be increased for certain people with bronchiectasis.
CONTINUE READING
Can bronchiectasis cause weight loss?
February 22, 2022

Can bronchiectasis cause weight loss?

A daily cough with thick sputum that doesn't improve or clear on its own can be a sign of bronchiectasis disease. Low energy and weight loss are also possible side effects. Bronchitis can occur as a result of cystic fibrosis or chronic lung infections. Some patients with chronic bronchitis develop respiratory infections like colds and the flu on a regular basis. Bronchiectasis cause weight loss, lower-muscle weakness, and swelling in your ankles, feet, or legs in severe cases.
CONTINUE READING
Can bronchiectasis cause chest pain?
February 22, 2022

Can bronchiectasis cause chest pain?

Non-pleuritic chest discomfort is common in people with  disease , and it was most common during exacerbations in this group. Exacerbations may be easier to notice if this symptom is recognized. Pain, tightness, or a sense of 'fullness' in the chest are all symptoms of chest discomfort. Bronchiectasis cause chest infections, also known as exacerbations,  that affect your chest more quickly than others. During an infection, other symptoms may worsen.
CONTINUE READING
Can bronchiectasis be cured?
February 22, 2022

Can bronchiectasis be cured?

Bronchiectasis is a chronic (long-term) condition that worsens with time. Although there is no treatment, it is possible to live with it for a long time. Unfortunately, there is no cure for bronchiectasis at this time. This lung disease, like COPD, is a lifelong condition. Your lungs become more damaged with each repeated infection, perpetuating the cycle of symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
Bronchiectasis-What to avoid?
February 18, 2022

Bronchiectasis-What to avoid?

Eat plenty of fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to avoid excess salt, sugar, and saturated fat. At each meal, starchy foods such as bread, potatoes, rice, pasta, and cereals should be avoided. Cakes, biscuits, sweets, and carbonated beverages are examples of sugary foods.
CONTINUE READING
What does bronchiectasis mean?
February 18, 2022

What does bronchiectasis mean?

Bronchiectasis is a condition in which the bronchi or their branches expand abnormally, increasing the risk of infection. The huge tubes that link to your trachea (windpipe) and direct the air you breathe to your right and left lungs are known as bronchi.
CONTINUE READING
How to cure bronchiectasis?
February 18, 2022

How to cure bronchiectasis?

The most common treatment for bronchiectasis is antibiotics. In most cases, oral antibiotics are recommended, but infections that are more difficult to treat may require intravenous (IV) antibiotics. Macrolides are a type of antibiotic that not only kills bacteria but also reduces inflammation in the bronchial tubes. Treatment for bronchiectasis is getting to know your body and what works best for you. Make sure you and your health care provider agree on a written self-management strategy. This will assist you in coping with your symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
How bronchiectasis is diagnosed?
February 18, 2022

How bronchiectasis is diagnosed?

After other causes have been ruled out, chest X-rays or CT scans are the preferred method for identifying bronchiectasis.These tests produce detailed images of your lungs, heart, and airways, providing your doctor with a comprehensive diagnosis. The generation of purulent sputum on a daily basis is a symptom of bronchiectasis. Crackles, rhonchi, wheezing, or mid-inspiratory squeaks, clubbing, and—in severe, advanced disease—evidence of right heart failure are all common physical exam findings.
CONTINUE READING
Can bronchiectasis be hereditary?
February 15, 2022

Can bronchiectasis be hereditary?

Bronchiectasis disease can run in families, but it appears to be extremely uncommon. Only six people with a probable family history have been uncovered in our clinic of over 400 patients. In nearly half of non-CF bronchiectasis patients, the actual cause of bronchiectasis is unknown. Others attribute it to genetic defects or other lung-related medical issues.

CONTINUE READING
Are bronchitis and bronchiectasis the same?
February 15, 2022

Are bronchitis and bronchiectasis the same?

Bronchiectasis disease is a condition in which the airways of the lungs permanently expand and scar as a result of persistent or severe infections. Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lungs' major and small airways.

Bronchiectasis and bronchitis, both acute and chronic, are difficult to distinguish clinically, although all three have a characteristic bronchial deformity . In acquired bronchiectasis, the bronchial malformation is saccular or fusiform; in acute and chronic bronchitis, it is cylindrical.
CONTINUE READING
How is bronchiectasis caused?
February 15, 2022

How is bronchiectasis caused?

Bronchiectasis is a condition in which the lungs' airways become damaged and enlarged. This could be due to an infection or another ailment. In nearly half of all cases of bronchiectasis disease, the actual bronchiectasis cause is unknown. Others attribute it to genetic defects or other lung-related medical issues. Smoking, filthy air, cooking gases, and chemicals should all be avoided to keep your lungs healthy.
CONTINUE READING
Are bronchiectasis and copd the same?
February 15, 2022

Are bronchiectasis and copd the same?

Repeated exacerbations are the most common cause of bronchiectasis, whereas smoking, allergies, or pollution are the most common causes of COPD. It is possible, however, for someone to have COPD and bronchiectasis, as well as bronchiectasis-related symptoms.

CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis or allergies
February 9, 2022

Sinusitis or allergies

The end result. Allergies and sinus infections can have symptoms that are very similar. The itching of your eyes and skin that can occur with allergies, as well as the thick, yellow or green nasal discharge that is common with sinusitis, are two major differences. The common cold, influenza, and nasal polyposis are all illnesses that might mimic sinus infection.
CONTINUE READING
Will sinusitis cause fever?
February 9, 2022

Will sinusitis cause fever?

Fever. While not common, fever can accompany sinusitis, as it can with many other illnesses. A fever caused by this type of virus is usually low grade, ranging from 100.4 to 103°F (38 to 39.4°C). Fever is a symptom that the body is fighting a virus, bacterial illness, or fungal infection.
CONTINUE READING
How sinusitis affects brain?
February 9, 2022

How sinusitis affects brain?

Once inside, the infection can cause brain enlargement, seizures, mental confusion, and vomiting.The thing is, a sinus infection can (rarely) migrate to your brain, but it almost never does so without warning, and it usually manifests itself as a severe headache.
CONTINUE READING
Can yoga cure sinusitis?
February 9, 2022

Can yoga cure sinusitis?

Sinusitis is treated with pain relievers and medicines, but you can also obtain relief from sinusitis by practising yoga. Certain yoga asanas help with breathing during sinus infections by opening the nasal airway. Yogasanas help to enhance blood circulation by clearing clogged channels and reducing stress in the body. It not only stretches the neck and strengthens the spine, but it also decongests the nasal passages and relieves sinus pain quickly.
CONTINUE READING
Does sinusitis need surgery?
February 9, 2022

Does sinusitis need surgery?

Chronic sinusitis (inflammation of the nose and sinuses) is the most common reason for sinus surgery, but it can also be required for other reasons.The operation opens up the airways between the sinuses and the interior of the nose, allowing for unrestricted flow of air and drainage.
CONTINUE READING
Will sinusitis cause nose bleed?
February 9, 2022

Will sinusitis cause nose bleed?

Nasal cavities or sinuses that are extremely dry.
Sinus infections, colds, and other respiratory diseases can wreak havoc on the nose's delicate lining. If your nose becomes inflamed, it may break open and bleed. When you have an illness, blowing your nose too much can trigger nosebleeds.
CONTINUE READING
Will sinusitis cause loss of appetite?
February 9, 2022

Will sinusitis cause loss of appetite?

Other people experience chronic nasal congestion, which leads to mouth breathing and frequent sore throat complaints. Patients with chronic sinusitis may also experience exhaustion, nausea or vomiting (due to post-nasal discharge), a loss of appetite, and sleep disturbances due to swollen sinuses.
CONTINUE READING
Can sinusitis cause jaw and teeth pain?
February 9, 2022

Can sinusitis cause jaw and teeth pain?

When you have a sinus infection, the area around your jaw can become painful. Because of the infection's strain on your nasal canal, this is likely to happen. This pain might also be caused by the infection spreading to other parts of your sinus cavity.
Drink plenty of water and steam. Water thins the mucus, which makes it easier to drain.
CONTINUE READING
Do decongestants help sinusitis?
February 8, 2022

Do decongestants help sinusitis?

Pain medications and decongestants sold over-the-counter (OTC) may help reduce facial pain and sinus congestion caused by acute sinusitis. Decongestants are an example of over-the-counter drugs that may assist. These act by constricting blood vessels, which helps to relieve nasal congestion by reducing inflammation and swelling.

CONTINUE READING
Can sinusitis cause bad breath?
February 8, 2022

Can sinusitis cause bad breath?

As the sinuses leak towards the back of your throat, poor breath is generally one of the first symptoms of a sinus infection. Sinus infections are curable, and halitosis normally goes away once the infection is gone. Drinking enough of water thins out the mucus in your sinuses and makes it easier to drain. Gargling with warm water and salt on a regular basis, as well as tongue scraping, can help avoid foul breath.
CONTINUE READING
Can sinusitis cause blurred vision?
February 8, 2022

Can sinusitis cause blurred vision?

Sinus infections in the bones around the nasal passages and eyes produce puffiness. Swelling and inflammation can put pressure on the eyes, resulting in blurred vision, vision distortion, and eye pain.
CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis, is it bad?
February 8, 2022

Sinusitis, is it bad?

Sinusitis is usually not hazardous, especially in its chronic form. However, it could be a sign of a significant underlying ailment in other circumstances.If nasal pain or pressure persists due to swollen sinuses,  for more than a week or two, consult a physician.
CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis, can it be serious?
February 8, 2022

Sinusitis, can it be serious?

Even chronic sinusitis rarely poses a threat to health. In some circumstances, it can signal a dangerous underlying condition. You should consult a doctor if you are experiencing sinus discomfort or pressure for more than a week or two.
CONTINUE READING
Can sinusitis affect your ears?
February 8, 2022

Can sinusitis affect your ears?

The Sinus-Ear Relationship
As a result, nasal congestion and stuffiness might impact ear pressure. It's possible that treating the congestion will assist. A stuffy nose isn't the only symptom of clogged sinuses. Pain, disorientation, and a muffled ear sensation, as if you're on a descending plane, are all possible symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
Will sinusitis cause vertigo?
February 8, 2022

Will sinusitis cause vertigo?

When your sinus infection has progressed to a more advanced and severe level, you may experience vertigo. Consult a doctor if you have a sinus infection and are experiencing vertigo. To avoid long-term sinusitis issues, you'll need a stronger medication than what you're now utilizing. 
CONTINUE READING
Will sinusitis go away without antibiotics?
February 8, 2022

Will sinusitis go away without antibiotics?

This may make you think you need antibiotics, but most people get better without them. Antibiotics have little effect on viruses and should not be used in the first week after catching a cold. Without drugs, over 70% of sinus infections clear up in two weeks.
CONTINUE READING
Will sinusitis go away on its own?
February 7, 2022

Will sinusitis go away on its own?

Infections of the sinuses are fairly prevalent. Within 10 days, the symptoms usually go away on their own. Taking over-the-counter drugs and other natural therapies may help you feel better. Consult your doctor if your symptoms linger longer than 10 days,in case it's a chronic sinusitis.
CONTINUE READING
Why sinusitis causes fatigue?
February 7, 2022

Why sinusitis causes fatigue?

Fatigue. Fighting a sinus infection requires a lot of energy from the body, so weariness is normal.Some people are exhausted because they are unable to breathe comfortably or because they are in discomfort due to swollen sinuses.
CONTINUE READING
Why sinusitis causes headache?
February 7, 2022

Why sinusitis causes headache?

Sinus headaches are a sign of a sinus infection, which causes facial pressure and pain. Sinus infections and headaches are more likely when you have a cold or allergies. Sinus headaches, on the other hand, could be migraines with nasal symptoms. In that instance, a physician can assist you in obtaining long-term relief.
CONTINUE READING
Which doctor treats sinusitis?
February 7, 2022

Which doctor treats sinusitis?

If you have chronic or recurring sinus infections, your primary care physician may send you to an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat) specialist. An otolaryngologist can diagnose your infection and prescribe therapy for sinusitis.
CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis which side to sleep on?
February 7, 2022

Sinusitis which side to sleep on?

Many people have noticed that sleeping on one side might obstruct the sinuses closest to the bed. Try resting on your back with pillows under your head to avoid this. You can also try taking allergy drugs or decongestants before bedtime if your ear, nose, and throat doctor recommends it to reduce the intensity of the sinusitis. 
CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis what not to eat?
February 7, 2022

Sinusitis what not to eat?

Doctors suggest to avoid Certain Foods that trigger sinusitis.

If you've had previous sinus infections, stay away from dairy. Also, avoid processed sugar, which is pro-inflammatory and promotes mucus production. Tomatoes (which contain histamines), chocolate, dairy, gluten, and fruits like bananas, which can create congestion, are among foods to avoid.
CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis what to eat?
February 7, 2022

Sinusitis what to eat?

Antioxidants should be consumed in large quantities to prevent yourself from sinusitis.

Antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals are abundant in brightly coloured vegetables and fruits such as berries, kiwi, pumpkin, papaya, sweet potatoes, and pineapple. Pineapple also contains enzymes that break down mucus accumulation and relieve irritation in the sinuses.
CONTINUE READING
What sinusitis feels like?
February 7, 2022

What sinusitis feels like?

In the sinuses, on the forehead, between the eyes, on the sides of the nose, or in the upper jaw, there is pain or pressure. headache. a stuffy or runny nose inability to detect odor during sinus infection.
CONTINUE READING
Can sinusitis cause sore throat?
February 4, 2022

Can sinusitis cause sore throat?

Yes, it is possible. Post-nasal drip (extra mucus flowing down the back of your throat) is a common complication of sinus infections, which can produce a sore throat or cough.There are various options for treating a painful throat caused by sinusitis.
CONTINUE READING
Can sinusitis cause dizziness?
February 4, 2022

Can sinusitis cause dizziness?

Nasal polyps are common in those who have allergies or have frequent sinus infections (inflammation of the nasal cavity and sinuses). Sinus pressure rises as a result of nasal polyps. This can impact the Eustachian tube, causing dizziness or vertigo by disrupting balance and equilibrium.
CONTINUE READING
Is sinusitis curable?
February 4, 2022

Is sinusitis curable?

Because of swelling and mucus buildup, the tissues inside your sinuses become irritated and clogged for a long time with chronic sinusitis. Acute sinusitis lasts only a few days (typically a week), whereas chronic sinusitis might last months.After at least 12 weeks of symptoms, sinusitis is termed chronic.Sinusitis, both chronic and acute, can be healed.
CONTINUE READING
Are sinusitis and sinus infection the same?
February 4, 2022

Are sinusitis and sinus infection the same?

Yes, sinusitis and sinus infection are essentially the same thing. "Itis" refers to inflammation or swelling caused by an infection, while "sinus" refers to the swelling's location on your face. Sinuses are air-filled spaces in the face's bony structure.
CONTINUE READING
Is sinusitis contagious?
February 4, 2022

Is sinusitis contagious?

When you have a viral sinus infection, you cannot spread the infection to others, but you can pass the virus on to others.Someone who contracts the virus from you is more likely to acquire a sinusitis as well. It's possible that you'll be contagious for up to two weeks.Bacteria can also cause sinus infections.

CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis, who is at risk?
February 4, 2022

Sinusitis, who is at risk?

You should consult a doctor if you develop hay fever or any other allergy condition that affects your sinuses. Sinusitis is a common cold that affects the sinuses. A deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps, or tumours are examples of nasal passage abnormalities. An immune system ailment such as HIV/AIDS or a medical condition such as cystic fibrosis.

CONTINUE READING
Which antibiotic is used for sinusitis treatment?
February 4, 2022

Which antibiotic is used for sinusitis treatment?

Sinusitis usually clears itself after ten days. In the treatment of acute viral sinusitis, antibiotics are not required. A subsequent bacterial sinus infection can be treated with amoxicillin-clavulanate (Augmentin). Doxycycline is a viable alternative for those who have a severe allergy to penicillin-type antibiotics.

CONTINUE READING
Which bacteria causes sinusitis?
February 4, 2022

Which bacteria causes sinusitis?

Bacterial sinusitis can be caused by a variety of factors.

This kind of bacteria causes pneumonia, streptococcus pneumoniae.
Hemophilus influenzae is a kind of bacteria.
Staphylococcus aureus is a kind of bacteria.
Moraxella catarrhalis is a kind of bacteria.
However the sinus symptoms vary for each one.

CONTINUE READING
Where does sinusitis originate from?
February 3, 2022

Where does sinusitis originate from?

The majority of cases of sinusitis begin with inflammation caused by a virus, such as the common cold virus. Bacterial colonization and a bacterial sinus infection can result from this inflammation.
CONTINUE READING
Sinusitis,when to see a doctor?
February 3, 2022

Sinusitis,when to see a doctor?

Severe sinus   symptoms, such as a severe sinus headache or facial pain, should be addressed by a doctor. Symptoms that worsen after they have improved. Symptoms that last for longer than ten days without improving.
CONTINUE READING
When sinusitis becomes serious?
February 3, 2022

When sinusitis becomes serious?

If you have agonizing sinus pain in your eyes, ears, head, or throat, you most likely have a major sinus infection. If you can't open your eyes or feel dizzy, it's a symptom that your sinusitis has progressed to a serious level.
CONTINUE READING
What are sinusitis symptoms?
February 3, 2022

What are sinusitis symptoms?

Sinusitis symptoms include,
Inflammation in the nose.
Thick and brown nasal discharge (runny nose)
The muscles in the back of the neck are emptied (postnasal drainage)
Breathing via your nose is difficult due to a blocked or stuffy (congested) nose.
Around your eyes, cheeks, nose, and forehead, you may experience pain, soreness, and swelling.
CONTINUE READING
How sinusitis is treated?
February 3, 2022

How sinusitis is treated?

Treatments for sinusitis symptoms that your doctor may offer include saline nasal spray, which you spray into your nose several times a day to rinse your nasal passages. Cortico steroids in the nose. These nasal sprays prevent and treat inflammation due to sinusitis.
CONTINUE READING
How sinusitis is diagnosed?
February 3, 2022

How sinusitis is diagnosed?

Sinus congestion is diagnosed as follows,
Imaging tests are performed. The features of your sinuses and nasal area can be seen in CT or MRI images.
Taking a look into your sinuses...
A test for allergy...
Your nose and sinus discharge samples (cultures).
The Sinus infection is treated based on the results.

CONTINUE READING
How sinusitis occurs?
February 3, 2022

How sinusitis occurs?

When fluid builds up in the air-filled pockets of the face (sinuses), germs thrive. Viruses cause the majority of sinus infections, however bacteria can also cause infections.
CONTINUE READING
What is sinusitis?
February 3, 2022

What is sinusitis?

As the name suggests, sinusitis is an inflammation or swelling of the tissues lining the sinuses.The sinuses are four paired cavities (spaces) in the skull.
CONTINUE READING
Are asthma inhalers bad for you?
February 2, 2022

Are asthma inhalers bad for you?

The lowest dose that adequately controls asthma will be prescribed by the doctor for asthma treatment. Adults and children can safely use inhaled steroids (asthma inhalers). These anti-inflammatory asthma inhalers have little side effects.
 
CONTINUE READING
When asthma inhalers don't work?
February 2, 2022

When asthma inhalers don't work?

 Inhalers are one of the proven asthma treatments.Perhaps you're not using it correctly, and your doctor can help you figure out what works best for you. It may take a few tries to find the ideal solution for asthma disease, so discuss what works and what doesn't with your doctor. Show your doctor how you use your inhaler by bringing it with you.

CONTINUE READING
Is there mask exemption for asthma?
February 2, 2022

Is there mask exemption for asthma?

Even if wearing a face mask is required by law, if you or your child find it impossible to wear one because it interferes with breathing because of chronic lung disease like asthma or for other physical or mental health reasons, you are not required to do so. 

CONTINUE READING
Is nebuliser good for asthma?
February 2, 2022

Is nebuliser good for asthma?

A nebulizer is a small machine that turns liquid medication into a mist, enabling for faster and simpler absorption into the lungs. If their doctor prescribes it, people with asthma can use it.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma patients get vaccinated?
February 2, 2022

Can asthma patients get vaccinated?

Even if you are using prescription medications, vaccines are one of the safest ways to protect your health. The majority of vaccine side effects are minor and resolve on their own for asthma patients and people with chronic lung disease. Severe side effects are extremely uncommon.

CONTINUE READING
Asthma vs bronchitis
February 2, 2022

Asthma vs bronchitis

If someone has a cough that goes away then comes back, a doctor may recommend asthma over bronchitis. When a person has chronic bronchitis, which is common in smokers, this is an exception. Cough drugs aren't always effective in treating asthma.

CONTINUE READING
Can you tell if you have asthma from an X-ray?
February 2, 2022

Can you tell if you have asthma from an X-ray?

Asthma is notoriously difficult to diagnose. A chest X-ray won't reveal whether a person has asthma, but it can reveal whether anything else (such pneumonia or a foreign mass in the airway) is causing symptoms that are similar to asthma. Asthma is frequently diagnosed based on a patient's medical history and physical examination.
CONTINUE READING
Can asthma be cured by yoga?
February 2, 2022

Can asthma be cured by yoga?

Asthma sufferers have been reported to benefit from yoga. Yoga is said to be useful because it improves posture and opens the chest muscles, making breathing easier. It may also help you learn to manage your breathing and reduce stress, which is a significant cause of asthma symptoms.

CONTINUE READING
What are the Asthma risk factors?
February 1, 2022

What are the Asthma risk factors?

The main risk factors for developing asthma are having an asthmatic parent, having a serious respiratory infection as a kid, being allergic, or working in an environment where chemical irritants or industrial dusts are present.

CONTINUE READING
How Asthma affects oxygen levels?
February 1, 2022

How Asthma affects oxygen levels?

A person's blood oxygen levels may be reduced during an asthma exacerbation, or asthma attack, because asthma can impair the body's ability to take in oxygen. A person can determine how well their body distributes oxygen from the lungs to their cells by monitoring their blood oxygen levels.

CONTINUE READING
What are the asthma management guidelines?
February 1, 2022

What are the asthma management guidelines?

Control asthma symptoms and keep them under control.
Maintain a normal level of activity, including exercise.
Maintain as near to normal pulmonary function as possible.
Exacerbation of asthma should be avoided.
Asthma medication side effects should be avoided.
Asthma mortality can be avoided.

CONTINUE READING
What is an asthma breathing test?
February 1, 2022

What is an asthma breathing test?

Spirometry. This is the test that should be used to confirm asthma. You breathe through a mouthpiece linked to a device called a spirometer or a laptop during this test. It monitors the volume of air you can breathe in and out, as well as the pace at which it flows.

CONTINUE READING
When asthma medications don't work?
February 1, 2022

When asthma medications don't work?

Follow-up visits with your doctor are crucial to ensuring that your asthma therapy is working and to determine whether you need to change your treatment.
Another reason why patients may not respond to treatment is that it is not reaching the correct parts of the airway
CONTINUE READING
How asthma affects child development?
February 1, 2022

How asthma affects child development?

When exposed to certain triggers, such as pollen or acquiring a cold or other respiratory illness, the lungs and airways of children with asthma become quickly irritated. Asthma in children can create annoying daily symptoms that interfere with play, sports, school, and sleep.

CONTINUE READING
Are asthma and eczema related?
February 1, 2022

Are asthma and eczema related?

Inflammation is linked to both asthma and eczema. According to study, if you have one condition, you're more likely than most individuals to have the other. Eczema does not affect everyone who has asthma. However, there is a substantial correlation between having eczema as a youngster and later acquiring asthma.

CONTINUE READING
Are asthma inhalers steroids?
February 1, 2022

Are asthma inhalers steroids?

Steroid inhalers, often known as corticosteroid inhalers, are inhaled anti-inflammatory sprays or powders. They're primarily used to treat asthma and COPD (COPD). Steroid inhalers can only be obtained with a prescription.

CONTINUE READING
What are the asthma attack symptoms?
January 29, 2022

What are the asthma attack symptoms?

Severe shortness of breath, chest tightness or pain, and coughing or wheezing are all indications and symptoms of an asthma attack.
If you use a peak flow metre, you'll see low peak expiratory flow (PEF) measurements.
Symptoms that do not react to a rescue (quick-acting) inhaler.

CONTINUE READING
Will there be asthma like symptoms after covid?
January 29, 2022

Will there be asthma like symptoms after covid?

COVID-19 can cause symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath when it affects the lungs. As a reaction to the Coronavirus, the body produces these symptoms, which gradually disappear.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma be without cough?
January 29, 2022

Can asthma be without cough?

Not everyone who suffers from asthma coughs. If you cough, it's normally dry, however someone with uncontrolled asthma may cough up thick, clear mucus. With the appropriate treatment, you may be cough-free for the majority of the time.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma be without symptoms?
January 29, 2022

Can asthma be without symptoms?

People with asthma may experience no symptoms at all, especially if their condition is well-controlled. You may experience all or just a few of these symptoms, and they may come and go. Symptoms are more common at night, early in the morning, or during or immediately after physical exertion.

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma accompany fever?
January 29, 2022

Will asthma accompany fever?

Asthma symptoms might also differ from one asthma attack to the next. They could be minor one day and severe the next. Fever, chills, muscle aches, or a sore throat are not symptoms of asthma.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma be without wheezing?
January 29, 2022

Can asthma be without wheezing?

Asthmatics may occasionally encounter asthma symptoms that aren't obvious. This is when the tightness of the airways does not produce the usual sounds of wheezing and coughing. 

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma cause dry cough?
January 29, 2022

Will asthma cause dry cough?

Cough-variant asthma is a kind of asthma characterised by a dry, non-productive cough as the primary symptom. (A non-productive cough does not clear the respiratory tract of mucus.) Other "typical" asthma symptoms, such as wheezing or shortness of breath, are rarely present in people with cough-variant asthma.

CONTINUE READING
What are the symptoms that asthma is getting worse?
January 29, 2022

What are the symptoms that asthma is getting worse?

Your chest is constricted all of the time.
Asthmatics frequently experience little chest discomfort. However, chest tightness that occurs frequently and intensely can indicate that your severe asthma is worsening. The muscles surrounding your airways often constrict in response to asthma triggers, causing chest tightness.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma be cured permanently?
January 28, 2022

Can asthma be cured permanently?

Asthma has no known remedy. Despite this, it is a treatable illness. According to some experts, asthma treatments today are so powerful that many people have near-complete control over their symptoms.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma spread?
January 28, 2022

Can asthma spread?

The answer to this question, fortunately, is a resounding "no." Asthma cannot be transmitted from someone who already has it, like a virus or a regular cold. Asthma (and other chronic lung illnesses) develops from the inside out, most commonly in childhood.

CONTINUE READING
What triggers asthma?
January 28, 2022

What triggers asthma?

Tobacco Smoke is a type of smoke produced by the combustion of tobacco leaves.
Dust mites are a type of mite found in the environment.
Air pollution in the open air.
Pets (e.g., cockroaches, mice) Pests (e.g., cockroaches, mice)
Mold.
Disinfection and cleaning
Additional Triggers.

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma turn into copd?
January 28, 2022

Will asthma turn into copd?

According to a new study, those with asthma have a significantly increased chance of acquiring potentially fatal lung disorders later in life. Asthmatics were shown to be 12 times more likely than non-asthmatics to be diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma cause coughing?
January 28, 2022

Will asthma cause coughing?

While patients with asthma often have a whistling or wheezing sound in their chest in addition to coughing, there is a type of asthma that solely has a chronic cough as a symptom. Cough-variant asthma is the name for this type of asthma.

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma attacks go away?
January 28, 2022

Will asthma attacks go away?

Mild attacks may resolve on their own or require medicine, usually in the form of a quick-acting inhaler. With the right therapy, even the most severe asthma attacks can be reduced.

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma make covid worse?
January 28, 2022

Will asthma make covid worse?

Because you already have breathing problems, coronavirus could make you feel even worse. COVID-19, on the other hand, has not been linked to an increased incidence of asthma attacks in trials.

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma ever be cured?
January 28, 2022

Will asthma ever be cured?

No, asthma cannot be totally cured, but it can be managed to the point where the asthma symptoms are minimal. Asthma is not treatable because it is a chronic and long-term illness. It is, however, highly treatable if a patient receives competent help.

CONTINUE READING
Will asthma go away?
January 27, 2022

Will asthma go away?

Asthma has no known remedy. You may have asthma symptoms for the rest of your life if you have this chronic condition. The severity of your symptoms, on the other hand, is determined by: genetics.

CONTINUE READING
Why asthma cannot be cured?
January 27, 2022

Why asthma cannot be cured?

Asthma is a lifelong or chronic breathing issue caused by inflammation (swelling) of the lungs' airways. It is not curable, but it can be avoided and managed. Your airways become extremely sensitive, or "twitchy," when you have asthma. Many things can cause them to react. Triggers are what they're called.

CONTINUE READING
Who is most at risk for asthma?
January 27, 2022

Who is most at risk for asthma?

Having an asthmatic parent, having a serious respiratory infection as a kid, having an allergic condition, or being exposed to specific chemical irritants or industrial dusts in the job are the most prevalent risk factors for getting asthma.

CONTINUE READING
When asthma becomes COPD ?
January 27, 2022

When asthma becomes COPD ?

COPD is not always caused by asthma disease, although it is more likely in those whose lungs have been damaged by poorly controlled asthma and persistent exposure to irritants like tobacco smoke. Asthma-COPD Overlap, or ACO, is a condition in which a person has both asthma and COPD.
CONTINUE READING
Why is asthma worse in winter?
January 26, 2022

Why is asthma worse in winter?

Mucus  forms a protective barrier in your airways. This coating of mucus can thicken as the weather becomes colder, increasing your risk of respiratory infections like the common cold or flu. These illnesses can cause your airways to enlarge and irritate, triggering asthma symptoms.
CONTINUE READING
Why asthma happens?
January 26, 2022

Why asthma happens?

Many irritants and chemicals that trigger allergies (allergens) cause asthma symptoms and indications. Asthma triggers vary from person to person, but they can include pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander, even cockroach excrement particles in the air.

CONTINUE READING
What percentage of the world have asthma?
January 26, 2022

What percentage of the world have asthma?

Asthma affects 5-10% of the population, or 23.4 million people, with 7 million of them being children. Globally, asthma affects over 300 million people, and its prevalence is increasing by 50 percent every decade.

CONTINUE READING
When asthma starts?
January 26, 2022

When asthma starts?

Around half of people who have asthma also have allergies. Adult-onset asthma can be triggered by common irritants at work (known as occupational asthma) or at home, and the asthma symptoms might emerge suddenly.

CONTINUE READING
How asthma affects daily life?
January 25, 2022

How asthma affects daily life?

Asthma can affect one's quality of life by restricting one's activities. In addition, asthma has been associated to despair and suicidal idea  in young people. Youth with more severe asthma symptoms are less likely than those with fewer symptoms or those without asthma to attain high academic accomplishment.
CONTINUE READING
How asthma affects breathing?
January 25, 2022

How asthma affects breathing?

The interior walls of your lungs' airways can become inflamed and swollen if you have asthma.Membranes in your airway linings may also secrete excess mucus. As a result, an asthma attack occurs. Your restricted airways make it difficult to breathe during an asthma attack, and you may cough and wheeze.

CONTINUE READING
Can asthma make you tired?
January 25, 2022

Can asthma make you tired?

Shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness are the symptoms of asthma that most people associate with it. Fatigue is not commonly mentioned as asthma symptoms. Asthmatics, on the other hand, frequently report being exhausted. Asthma might make you tired.

CONTINUE READING
How asthma is diagnosed?
January 25, 2022

How asthma is diagnosed?

A doctor will take your medical history, ask about your symptoms, and listen to your breathing. 
As part of a lung function test, a spirometer is used to determine how quickly your lungs can empty after taking a deep breath and how much air you can exhale.

CONTINUE READING
When asthma is not asthma?
January 24, 2022

When asthma is not asthma?

Wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and feeling short of breath are all common asthma symptoms. However, allergies, chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD), sleep apnea, and post nasal drip can all cause similar symptoms. 
CONTINUE READING
What asthma feels like?
January 24, 2022

What asthma feels like?

When inflamed airways react, they narrow and produce more mucus, making breathing difficult. Wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness are all common asthma symptoms. An asthma attack occurs when these symptoms worsen.
CONTINUE READING
How asthma affects the body?
January 24, 2022

How asthma affects the body?

Asthma is a lung condition that damages your airways. Asthma causes inflammation ,redness and swelling  of your airway lining which in long term may cause  asthma attack .  It's comparable to how sunburned skin turns red, itchy, and sensitive. 

CONTINUE READING
How asthma works ?
January 24, 2022

How asthma works ?

Asthma symptoms result from the lining of your airways expanding and the muscles around them constricting. Consequently, mucus fills the airways and reduces airflow even further. These circumstances can trigger an asthma "attack," which includes coughing and chest discomfort. 

CONTINUE READING
Best unique experiences in Bangalore
September 29, 2021

Top 5 unique experiences in Bangalore

Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is a beautiful city and is one of India’s most thriving metropolitan cities. Bangalore is a blend of cultures, nourished by its beauty and salubrious climate. Its vibrant local culture and leading IT industry draw the attention of many students, tourists and professionals from across the country. Also known as “The Silicon Valley of India” and “Garden City”, Bangalore has a lot to offer ranging from unique places of interest to favourite nightlife experiences. Get ready to explore the best unique experiences in Bangalore.
CONTINUE READING
Why Entrepreneurs Should Try Sensory Deprivation Float Tank?
September 12, 2021

Sensory Deprivation Tank Benefits For Entrepreneurs

Stress is a part of an entrepreneur's life. Whether it is emotional stress from worrying about business problems, physical stress due to busy schedules and long hours or tiring sleepless nights, will all lead to a high amount of stress. If untreated, it might lead to serious health and emotional problems. The deep and intense relaxation achieved from float tanks helps entrepreneurs to manage stress and increase their overall potential. With regular floating, many floaters have found that they naturally adopted a healthier lifestyle, which in turn helped them to improve their decision-making skills and work at their highest level. Float therapy helps individuals to keep their brain emotionally stable and stress-free so that the capability of decision-making, problem-solving and cognitive abilities will be improved. Every float therapy session leads to improved creativity, healing and visualization.
CONTINUE READING
How do float tanks benefit skin health and hair growth?
June 29, 2021

Sensory deprivation tank benefits for skin and hair

Floating in a sensory deprivation tank filled with lukewarm water and Epsom salt provides deep relaxation and helps you to better manage your stress and anxiety. Apart from providing relief from your mental stimulation and physical stress, float therapy also benefits your skin health and hair growth. If you are tired of using many products on your skin and hair, try this one-step float session to heal your skin and hair.
CONTINUE READING
How does Float Therapy / Floatation Therapy help to absorb magnesium?
June 13, 2021

How to improve magnesium absorption through Float Therapy?

Magnesium is a mineral that nearly many people are deficient in. Magnesium can be taken through supplements, but not everyone can digest it easily. So floating is the best way to easily absorb magnesium which immediately relaxes muscles and calms nerves. If you are wondering how magnesium absorption through float therapy works, here is everything you need to know.

CONTINUE READING
Top 7 tips to improve lung health
June 9, 2021

Best ways to improve lung health and breathe easy

COVID-19 has taught us it is always important to keep our body healthy and fit to be able to fight viruses and infections. One of the ways to achieve this is to focus on having stronger lungs. Keeping our lungs as healthy as possible is the best way to ensure all our blood cells are receiving proper oxygen intake to survive and function properly. Lungs need proper care and attention too, just like our other body parts.

CONTINUE READING
Himalayan Salt Lamps – Tips and tricks for proper care and maintenance to stop your salt lamps from sweating.
May 23, 2021

Tips and Tricks to maintain Himalayan salt lamps and stop them from sweating.

If you have already bought a Himalayan salt lamp for your home, you must be wondering how to clean your pink salt lamp. This is just a simple process. 
CONTINUE READING
Patients trying Salt Therapy / Halotherapy for post COVID recovery
May 15, 2021

Salt Therapy / Halotherapy treatment for post COVID recovery

A recent article about the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Poland states that patients who tried Salt Therapy / Halotherapy after being exposed to COVID-19 are seeing positive results in breathing better and overall physical health. They are happy and satisfied with the benefits of salt therapy in post COVID-19 recovery.
CONTINUE READING
How Float therapy for Fibromyalgia effectively benefits individuals to reduce pain, anxiety and depression?
April 12, 2021

Float Therapy / Epsom Salt Bath for Fibromyalgia

Floating for fibromyalgia patients helps with both physical end emotional relief. Read the blog to know how floatation therapy for fibromyalgia helps relieve pain and anxiety.
CONTINUE READING
Sensory Deprivation Tank Therapy for Migraine Relief
April 8, 2021

How does floatation therapy / float therapy help to relieve migraines?

Float Therapy in sensory deprivation tanks is shown to be effective to treat migraines, injuries, muscle tension, stress and anxiety and more.  Check out to know how floatation therapy helps reduce migraine attacks.
CONTINUE READING
What is Halite Yoga or Salt Room Yoga?
January 27, 2021

Salt Therapy Yoga / Halite Yoga / Salt Room Yoga

Halite Yoga is unique yoga which focus on freeing up the lungs and entire thoracic cavity which is especially useful for those with respiratory problems. This yoga is being practiced in our Halite (Salt) room, a powerful healing environment where micro-particles of salt will dance around you during your yoga session.
CONTINUE READING
Salt Therapy cleanses damaged lungs and Sensory Deprivation Therapy helps in De Addiction
January 27, 2021

Quit smoking and Breathe easy with Salt Therapy

Salt Therapy is a boon for smokers to cleanse their damaged lungs, our Sensory Deprivation Therapy helps smokers to de addict.
CONTINUE READING
Float Therapy | Sensory Deprivation Tank | Isolation Tank | Float Tank for Sports persons at Bangalore
December 17, 2020

Floatation: The X-Factor for Sports persons & Fitness Enthusiasts

Mr. Terry Phelan, a former footballer of
FAIreland
 and current director of
South
United
Sports
Schools
 football club who had played various international matches, have visited Salt World (on 14-Jan-2021) to experience Sensory Deprivation at our Asia's largest zero gravity Float Tank.

Floatation therapy can be a game changer for both budding and active athletes and sports persons. Studies suggest that floating in a sensory deprivation tank can aid in several ways such as muscle relaxation, improved sleep, reduction in pain, and lowering levels of stress and anxiety.

CONTINUE READING
Couple Float Therapy - Combining the benefits of deep transcendental meditation, contactless massage and retreat!
October 15, 2020

Couple’s Float Therapy to reconnect with your partner

Relaxing or chilling is the last thing on our minds, most of the time, not because we don’t want to, but because we are always running short of time. Yet, as individuals and as couples, we need to find a definite way to not just beat the blues, heal and rejuvenate, but also rekindle the connection with our better half. A reconnecting of souls, doing something together and is therapeutic at the same time. Couple’s Floatation at Salt World, a contactless therapy is one activity that comes to mind that fulfils all the above!

CONTINUE READING
How Float Therapy helps in boosting immunity?
July 28, 2020

Flotation Therapy for Boosting the Immune System

Keeping the immune system healthier is everyone's priority now to defend from disease-causing microorganisms. Numerous studies have been conducted on the correlation between floatation therapy and being able to build a strong immune system. In the past few decades, especially in a 1983 study by neuroendocrinologist John Turner and psychologist Thomas Fine, the duo have demonstrated the benefits of this unique and effective therapy. They concur that floating in a high-concentration of salt water receptacle effectively brings down adrenaline and cortisol which are key factors that affect the body’s immune system. Many studies have also described a direct link between high levels of cortisol in the body and many subsequent propensity to various ailments. This hormone alters the immune system adversely and increases the effects of adrenaline on tissues of the body.

CONTINUE READING
10 Easy Recipes to Boost Immunity
April 14, 2020

Top IMMUNITY Boosting ideas with 10 easy recipes and tips to get you started

Immunity has become a hot topic of discussion, now more than ever before as the world is battling the novel coronavirus pandemic. 


Healthcare professionals and nutritionists are now flooded with questions regarding immunity boosting foods which can easily be incorporated in their lifestyle. The term immunity has replaced other buzzwords like fat loss, fat burning foods, flat belly, belly fat, high protein, healthy fats, low cabs etc which until recent weeks people were obsessed with.


A point of note before we go further: No one has immunity to the Coronavirus. Once contacted patients may experience no symptoms which is called asymptomatic to various mild to severe depending on age, comorbidity (already suffering from more than one disorder) of the patient and overall health.
CONTINUE READING
Increase Immunity with Salt Therapy
April 2, 2020

How Salt Therapy helps to increase Immunity

Salt therapy is the most promising and magical therapy to mitigate or sometimes cure serious respiratory problems and skin disorders. Salt therapy doesn't involve intake of drug and medicine rather it is a drugless treatment to eradicate most of the respiratory disorders. Now, many reports state that salt therapy tends to increase immunity in the long run. Read further to know how Salt Therapy increases immunity. 
CONTINUE READING
Salt Therapy for Elderly
April 2, 2020

Why Salt Therapy is Apt for Elderly

Since the infections and other health related issues start to show up as we grow old, salt therapy looks like the most favourable treatment for respiratory and skin disorders. Because the healing ability of the 100% pure Sodium Chloride (NaCl) salt is incontrovertible. Read this blog further Why salt therapy is apt for the elderly. 
CONTINUE READING
Salt therapy & Sinusitis
April 2, 2020

How Salt Therapy can cure Sinusitis

Sinusitis is contamination or infection of the sinuses resulting from bacteria or microorganism or virus. Since Salt therapy can effectively clear off the nasal passage from foreign substances, many doctors and physicians suggest salt therapy to cure sinusitis.
CONTINUE READING
Salt Therapy & Blood Pressure
April 2, 2020

Does Salt therapy raise blood pressure

Before getting a salt therapy, most people are concerned about "Does Salt Therapy raise blood Pressure?". This question is very common and comes from the fact that eating too much salt will raise blood pressure. Read this blog further to know if it does raise the blood pressure or not.

CONTINUE READING
Float Therapy or Sensory Deprivation Tank
December 11, 2019

The Fantastic Float at Salt World - A beginner’s guide

People float to relieve themselves from stress, recover from injuries, fight addiction, eliminate chronic pain, and much more. Studies indicate the floating increases your dopamine and endorphin levels, boosting your mood and leaving you with a pleasant afterglow that lasts for days afterwards.

Without the need to fight gravity or take in external information, you will likely experience the most complete relaxation you have ever felt.  To put it concisely, Fantastic float therapy at Salt World can become part of your lifestyle to gain optimal health and wellness.

CONTINUE READING
Allergies
October 14, 2019

5 reasons why should you have salt therapy to treat allergies

Allergies are common and it is caused by the hypersensitive reaction of the immune system to certain things when they are consumed or come in physical contact such as pollen, insect bites, animal fur, pet dander, nuts, eggs, milk, cold air and so on. The substances that trigger the immune system to cause an allergic reaction is known as allergens. Allergens are present in any form such as Food or atmosphere.
CONTINUE READING
Halotherapy
October 14, 2019

5 Reasons Why Salt therapy should be your routine

Salt therapy AKA Halotherapy or Speleotherapy is one of the ancient therapies in the world which dates back to the 18th century. Salt room therapy is being used as a treatment for various diseases like Asthma, Bronchiectasis, COP and to name a few all over the world. Salt therapy is basically an accidental discovery.
CONTINUE READING
Myths
October 9, 2019

Seven myths about Salt therapy

This is the most common question we get from our customer before the session. Most people often confused with the fact that excessive salt intake will increase blood pressure. But salt therapy will not increase blood pressure or hypertension. Because the salt particles used in the salt therapy is a dry aerosol which enters your respiratory tract and not your digestive tract. Hence, it is safe and any person suffering from BP can easily take the therapy.
CONTINUE READING
COPD
August 31, 2019

Salt therapy for COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

COPD is a condition or disease which makes it hard to breathe. COPD is described as a blockage to the airflow in and out of the lungs. This particular disease is caused due to damaged lungs for many years which usually results from smoking and chemical exposure.
CONTINUE READING
Sleep Apnea
August 21, 2019

Salt Therapy for Sleep Apnea

If you repeatedly start and stop breathing when asleep categorized by symptoms like loud snoring and feeling fatigue after a full night’s sleep then you must be suffering from a sleeping disorder called sleep apnea. The main types of sleep apnea are as follows
CONTINUE READING
Eczema and Psoriasis
August 21, 2019

Salt therapy for Eczema and Psoriasis

In Greek meaning of Eczema means to boil out. Eczema is a condition in which skin swells up and becomes red, itchy and scaly. Eczema is also known as dermatitis. Eczema can crop up on face, inside elbows, on feet or on hand. It is not contagious. It is a long lasting disease. People suffering from eczema may develop fever or asthma. 
CONTINUE READING
Anxiety
August 21, 2019

How Salt Therapy helps to manage Anxiety?

Anxiety is nothing but the jittery nervous feelings which you get when you worry about something which is about to happen. If you have mild anxiety then it will not affect your day to day activities but if you have severe anxiety disorder then your quality of life will be affected. 
CONTINUE READING
Hire our Salt Room
April 24, 2019

Salt World - Bangalore's best unique space for your meetups and workshops.

Salt World is opening its door of its Salt caves to healers, therapists, nutritionists, dietitians, and yoga or meditation instructors to conduct their consultations, training or workshops on rental basis. We offer a serene, natural and impeccable ambiance for a unique experience. Here you can meet clients, conduct workshops, yoga sessions, healing therapies in a natural setting, without any din and disturbances. 
CONTINUE READING
How to breathe better?
April 21, 2019

Top Breathing Techniques for Runners

Being healthy and fit is the most important item on most people's 'bucket list'. Although that is easier said than done, everyone with that goal strives hard to put in at least 5 hours a week of exercise. The favorite exercise for many is RUNNING- plain and simple. However, newbies to the workout scene tend to commit many cardinal mistakes that can do more harm than good! Here we will explore best breathing techniques for running.
CONTINUE READING
Remedies for frequent cold and flu
April 21, 2019

How to get rid of your frequent cold and flu naturally?

Come winter season and it’s a known fact that catching a common cold and flu is just a matter of time. With a weak immune system, the frequency of catching cold and flu increases drastically. One member of the family, a colleague in your office or a passerby needs to sneeze or cough and you could immediately catch one too
CONTINUE READING
Halite Yoga or Salt Room Yoga session
April 21, 2019

India’s First Salt Room Yoga now at Salt World

Salt World launched India’s first Halite Yoga session at its center in HSR Layout, Bengaluru on 2 October, 2018. Commonly known as Salt Room Yoga, 15 participants experienced firsthand the healing and therapeutic benefits of Halite Yoga in the free demo class
CONTINUE READING
National Nutrition Week 2018
April 21, 2019

Nutrition session on Respiratory and Skin Health at Salt World

Salt World organised an interactive and informative session titled 'Ideal Nutrition and Diet for Respiratory and Skin Health' on 8th September, 2018 at its premises in HSR Layout. The session was conducted by renowned Nutritionist and Dietitian Geetha GH who spoke on the importance of adopting a holistic lifestyle
CONTINUE READING
Epsom Salt
April 21, 2019

Amazing Health and Beauty Benefits of EPSOM Salt

Magnesium Sulphate, popularly known as Epsom salt is popularly used as a foot soak or in a bath but there are several benefits attached to it. These remedies are so effective that Epsom Salt is a must in every household
CONTINUE READING
Pregnant
April 21, 2019

The best way to keep your child safe and healthy is to strengthen the immune system.

The child is the most precious aspect of anyone’s life. Even the slightest problem with them can make parents worried. With the advent of the modern world where around 80% of natural forest have been destructed and pollution rising high, the health issues have grown
CONTINUE READING
Snoring
April 21, 2019

With the help of salt therapy, you can overcome all these problems and get a sound sleep.

Does your partner snore a lot? I know many of us face this issue and sometimes it can be troublesome. Imagine a situation where you want to fall asleep, but the snore keeps on hampering your sound sleep. Well, there are many claims to solve this problem
CONTINUE READING
Smoking
April 21, 2019

Stop Smoking

Smoking is a serious problem, it affects not only the person but also the people around them, Today, lung cancer has become a common problem, and the reason for the same is smoking. Well, I will not take the things to such serious issues but would like to draw your attention to the fact that there are other repercussions of smoking
CONTINUE READING