Pneumonia: Cause, symptoms and more; here are 9 homemade remedies to fight it

First Published Apr 19, 2021, 11:22 AM IST

Pneumonia is a life-threatening disease, and it is an inflammatory disorder in the lungs due to an infection in the airways.

Pneumonia cannot be cured or treated by home remedies; medical help is necessary. But, the natural ways may help you to ease out the pain. How can you get affected by pneumonia's infection? If you have asthma, a weak immune system, or exposed to smoke and air pollution or have COVID-19, you might get it. Below 6 years and beyond 65 years, patients can face pneumonia more.What symptoms can be seen, and how can they be dealt with?
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CoughSalted gargle: A warm saltwater gargle will ease out the irritation in the throat and chest, and it will help to eliminate mucus or germs from the throat.
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Herbal tea: A herbal tea including peppermint, eucalyptus, and fenugreek is very beneficial for an irritating and coughing throat.
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Shortness of breathCaffeine: If you feel shortness of breath, you can drink a small amount of coffee or black or green tea to open out the airways. Or, you can inhale steam to ease out the breathing and keep the throat tightened.
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Chest PainGinger tea: Chest pain can be relieved with warm tea with fresh ginger roots or turmeric roots. Use it as per your preference. Add a thumb size ginger root to your tea if you like a bit strong one, then after boiling it add a spoonful of honey. This will be effective.
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FeverIf you are having pneumonia, then fever is one of the common symptoms.Hydration: It is necessary to keep yourself hydrated, drink alot of electrolytes, water, glucose to prevent dehydration.
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Fenugreek tea: Did you know fenugreek tea can get sweat which can help to reduce your temperature.Warm water bath: If you soak your body in lukewarm water, it might give you a bit of relief and don't forget to take medicines.
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ChillsFeeling cold is another common symptom of pneumonia.Warm liquids: Drink warm fluids like soups, herbal teas, lukewarm water to balance out the body temperature and warm it up.
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Rest: The most important thing is to take a rest. Rest is very vital if you are suffering from pneumonia.
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