Sunday, 24 February 2013

HOMOEOPATHY FOR CROUP OR LARYNGOTRACHEOBRONCHITIS IN KIDS

Croup is caused by a virus.
It is an acute viral infection which is mainly affecting the upper respiratory tract (larynx, trachea, and bronchi). This outcome of the infection is inflammation, more mucus production, and swelling of the upper airways.
Croup is more common in boys than girls and high risk group children’s age is 6 months to 3 years.
CROUP OR LARYNGOTRACHEOBRONCHITIS

Causes
Common viral causes consist of:
  1. Para influenza virus
  2. Influenza virus
  3. Adenovirus virus
  4. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
  5. Rhinovirus
  6. Diphtheria 
Signs and symptoms:
  • Low grade fever
  • Cold
  • Cough. Barking cough develops after 2 to 3 days
  • Pain in throat
  • Hoarseness
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Stridor (wheezing on inspiration)
Homoeopathy treatment for Croup or Laryngotracheobronchitis in Kids
  1. Aconite
  2. Antim.tart
  3. Hepar sulph
  4. Iodium
  5. Spongia
  6. Sulphur 
HOMOEOPATHY FOR CROUP

Management and Prevention:
  1. Avoid moist and damp weather exposure to children
  2. Provide juice or water as substitutes
  3. Don’t make your child to cry. Provide gentle comfort to your child
Note :
Homeopathic Treatment requires stringent individualization. Please do not take any medicine without consulting your Homeopathic Physician.








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