Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lung affecting primarily the small air sacs known as alveoli. Typically symptoms include some combination of a productive or a dry cough, chest pain, fever, and trouble breathing. Severity is variable. Pneumonia is usually caused by infection with viruses or bacteria and less commonly by other microorganisms, certain…
A nosebleed, also known as epistaxis (/ˌɛpɪˈstæksɪs/ EP-ih-STAK-sis), is the common occurrence of bleeding from the nose. It is usually noticed when the blood drains out through the nostrils.[1] We use various naturopathic principles to treat the cause and look for the disharmony in your body and mind to bring your body back to balance.…
If you are experiencing these conditions, I can guide you into wellness – BOOK NOW for a Naturopathic Consultation. Tissue Salt Rx If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere. Vincent Van Gogh Calc Phos:Swollen, ulcerated nostrils; icy cold tip of nose; child takes cold easily. Kali Mur:Discharge drops down back of the…
Influenza, commonly known as “the flu”, is an infectious disease caused by an influenza virus. Symptoms can be mild to severe. The most common symptoms include: a high fever, runny nose, sore throat, muscle pains, headache, coughing, and feeling tired. These symptoms typically begin two days after exposure to the virus and most last less…
A cough is a sudden and often repetitively occurring, protective reflex, which helps to clear the large breathing passages from fluids, irritants, foreign particles and microbes. The cough reflex consists of three phases: an inhalation, a forced exhalation against a closed glottis, and a violent release of air from the lungs following opening of the…
Are you suffering from a Cold? The common cold is a viral infectious disease that infects the upper respiratory system – ears, nose and throat. A cold is also known as acute viral rhinopharyngitis and acute coryza.It is the most common infectious disease in humans and is mainly caused by coronaviruses or rhinoviruses. Because there…
If you are experiencing these conditions, I can guide you into wellness – BOOK NOW for a Naturopathic Consultation. Tissue Salt Rx If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere. Vincent Van Gogh Ferr Phos:Inflammation of nose and respiratory mucosa. Kali Mur:Congestion and blockage of respiratory passage. Kali Sulph:Prevents yellowish, lumpy discharges and…
Do you suffer from Bronchitis? Bronchitis means inflammation of the bronchi in the lungs caused by viral or bacterial infection. The bronchi are air passages that connect the windpipe (trachea) to the lung tissue. The inflamed lining of your airways (bronchi) secrete excess mucus (phlegm, sputum) which causes a cough. The mucus can be white,…
Do you suffer from Asthma? Asthma is a long-term respiratory condition caused by hypersensitivity (over-reacting to things) and inflammation (swelling and redness) of the airways. Asthma is a complex condition involving immune system dysfunction and characterized by airway inflammation and hyper-reactivity. Asthma is considered an allergic reaction but infections, psychological and emotional factors are frequently…
Are you suffering from Nasal Congestion – Rhinitis? Is your nose congested, stuffy and diving you crazy? Sneezing, itchy eyes and feeling unwell? If you’re suffering from a stuffy head and pain in your sinuses while you have a cold or flu, and excess mucus, chances are you’re dealing with nasal congestion. Nasal congestion can…