Atelectasis is a health condition where the lung fails to fully expand or collapses. It can occur due to infections, the presence of lung or surrounding fluid, or airway blockages. While home remedies cannot fully resolve a collapsed lung, they can help alleviate accompanying symptoms. Below are some effective home remedies that can assist in managing certain symptoms associated with Atelectasis.
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Ginger
Ginger is widely reviewed as a powerful anti-inflammatory, antibiotic and warming remedy for a number of health infractions. When infections lead to excessive production of mucus, ginger can clear it up and remedy the situation. Three cups of ginger daily will be effective. You can drink ginger tea or ginger ale to help with this.
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Sesame Oil
Get a cup of water and add a tablespoon of sesame oil to it and boil for 30 minutes at the minimum. Fetch it and inhale the vapor from a bowl (use at least twice a day). The sesame oil can also be taken as a drop by having it applied to your nostrils one after the other. The oil can also be heated and massaged to your chest up to 20 minutes every day.
# WaterEight glasses of water intake on a daily basis is recommended and it is well known that water expedites a flush of toxins from the body. In this case, the mucus will be dissolved in other secretions so they can be expelled through the mouth and other pathways.
# Onion
Using onion daily in your meals is effective in clearing mucus from your body. When you make a salad, add enough onions and use it during lunch and evening meals. If you love chicken soup, make it hot and add bits of onion to it and eat it up to 3 times daily.
# TomatoAdding tomato to your salad enables you to have it during lunch and dinner on a daily basis. Having tomato soup thrice a week also brings huge relief. You can prepare tomato by squashing and boiling it using a 20- minute setting on your cooker. Fetch it and sip slowly. Serve while hot for best effects. All routines here can provide the desired relief in the short term if adhered to diligently and often.
# Eucalyptus OilEucalyptus provides relief to sufferers of respiratory ailments when applied in a requisite manner. You need to ensure that you source your eucalyptus oil from a trustworthy dispensary as it needs to be uncontaminated to be effective. When using eucalyptus or other essential oils, make sure to dillute the oil with water so it does not damage your skin. Apply to your chest by massaging the oil slowly and consistently. The vapor escape can be inhaled when added to warm water to bring home your relief.
# Dried Figs
Figs provide a major boost to your immune mechanism and put a number of infections at bay. Eat up to 4 dried figs every morning to unleash its healing effects.
# Avoid Nuts
Nuts are easily trapped in your airways if swallowed without chewing. So, kids with no molars to chew should be kept off nuts till they are above 3 years. Adults who frequently have problems with sore or dry throats should also avoid them.Peanut butter, and other nut butters, are okay to eat.
# Neti PotsDissolve half teaspoonful of salt in warm water and empty it into a Neti pot. To use it, hold the spout close to your nostrils with your head tilted sideways and inhale the steam till it flows out of your other nostril. Repeat process until you are relieved. This will clear the mucus and toxins lodged in your sinus and airways.
# Citrus FruitsCitrus fruits provide ascorbic acid in rich quantities and they serve as antioxidants to boost your immune system and expel respiratory infections. Lemons, oranges, and grapefruits are a vital source of Vitamin C and your body can rarely have enough of them. So, include them in your diet round the clock. Phlegm is pushed away from the airways and lungs when you consume more citrus.
# Garlic and Milk MixGarlic is reputed for its anti-inflammatory edge and since it also has antibiotic properties, it works well in healing your lungs. Hot milk and a mix of garlic are to be eaten for relief and though pungent in taste, it works wonders. Garlic, on its own or in meals, can also work wonders.
# Lavender
Lavender comes up on the list of several remedies that can be used at home and for Atelectasis. You need to heat the oil and massage to your chest. It is reinforced with eucalyptus oil or rosemary oil to fortify its curative ability. A few drops of the additives are recommended to keep the mix in its virile bounds. Remeber to dilute the oil with water or moisturizers, like cocoa or shea butter.
# YogaYoga poses provide a wide range of relief and they can also be used for lung strengthening. However, because of the associated strain, the poses are only recommended for those who have recovered from the ailment and should not be used when undergoing treatment.
# Good Hygiene
Maintaining good hygiene keeps many infections at bay, and the easily overlooked tip is thorough hand washing. Use ordinary soap to wash your hands clean when you are back indoors and before you eat. This is vital for good health in all persons, but more importantly, for anyone already suffering from Atelectasis.
# PosturePositioning and changing your posture can help shift mucus out of your lungs and for people who are bedridden, frequent change in position is recommended to free up your respiratory pathways. When you are relaxing, try to sit up straight.