Pneumonitis refers to any infection affecting the lung, more specifically the lung tissue. The main factors of this disease are permanent exposure to air pollution, possible inhalation of chemicals, the consequence of another type of viral disease such as influenza, or simply smoking. Pneumonitis can also be genetic, possibly associated with the other factors mentioned above. Generally, pneumonitis results in an infection of the parenchyma, the part around the pulmonary alveolus. In the case where the origin of the infection comes from a group of heterogeneous disorders, it is called interstitial lung disease. On the other hand, acute pneumonitis is cited in the presence of bacterial or viral infection. Apart from conventional medicine, homeopathy can act on inflammation of the alveoli, treat bronchopulmonary infections and remove excess lung mucus.
Symptoms of pneumonia
In the case of pneumonia, the patient presents signs of muscle pain and a fever of more than 39°C. In the most severe cases, the patient has difficulty breathing, his blood pressure drops and can lead to loss of consciousness. In the presence of bacteria, a common cold is accompanied by a fever of 40°C, chills, an increase in respiratory rate, moderate coughing, repeated vomiting, as well as very intense fatigue. It is then possible that the patient complains of chest pain. If the lung disease is not treated, complications can appear gradually. The patient may then have acute respiratory failure associated with underlying pathologies such as diabetes or cirrhosis. Subsequently, septic shock may occur.
Homeopathic treatments for pneumonia
When pneumonia is accompanied by sensitivity to cold and pain, Hepar Sulfuris is the most appropriate remedy. It is a painkiller that is taken in a single dose and at a dilution of 15CH at each attack. Like Kalium Carbonicum, Hepar Sulfuris helps reduce inflammation of lung tissue caused by microbes. In addition, it ensures fast cell recovery. For lung infections, the amalgam of Ravintsara Aromatica, Melaleuca Alternifolia and Eucalyptus essential oil is very effective. The latter is applied to the chest and will be more effective with a massage. Mucolynate is also used to reduce lung mucus. This product is used in its pure form, by placing a drop under the tongue for about twenty minutes. The same should be done every hour for the first day and 4 times a day until the end of the treatment.
Consult a doctor
With pneumonia, there is no alternative but to go to a specialist immediately as soon as the first symptoms appear. Indeed, the doctor is the only one authorized to prescribe the medication as well as the treatment adapted to each individual. If the disease worsens, an X-ray of the chest is required to determine the nature of the infection.
