Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI) - How Can Homeopathy Avert It?

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI) occurs when a person inhales infectious bacteria along with the air that passes through the lungs via the respiratory tract. One of the main causes of these respiratory infections is Air Pollution.

Many studies have also shown that air pollution increases the risk of URTI; as these infections occur due to the inhalation of harmful pollutants like SO2, NO2, O3, and PM particles mixed with air. 

One of the recent reports shows that this season has a great chance for smog. Smog also plays a role in increasing the risk of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections. 

Few of the Upper Respiratory Tract Infections caused by Air Pollution that may affect the population are mentioned below:

• Rhinitis: Rhinitis occur when the nasal cavity of the body gets inflamed.
• Sinusitis and Rhinosinusitis: Commonly called as Sinus infection; such infection inflames the sinuses.
• Nasopharyngitis or Common Cold: This is one of the most common problems that cause inflammation of pharynx, nares, hypopharynx, tonsils, and uvula
• Pharyngitis: This causes inflammation of uvula, tonsils, and epiglottis. 
• Epiglottitis and Laryngitis: Epiglottitis causes inflammation of epiglottis whereas Laryngitis infect larynx. 
• Laryngotracheitis: This inflames both larynx and trachea.

Is Homeopathy Helpful For Upper Respiratory Tract Infection?

Yes, out of many standard and alternative medicines, Homeopathy is one of the most adequate ways for the treatment of URTI. It is helpful in treating many symptoms of URTI. Apart from treatment, it also provides strength to the Immune System of the body so that these infections inhibit the bacteria to infect the body in the future.

Facts About Treating URTI With Homoeopathy:

• Best for Common Cold: When it comes to Common Cold, Homeopathy is the best treatment. It provides relief from the blockage of nose, burning sensation, and itching. 
• Homeopathy Inhibits Infection: Homeopathy helps a person who is suffering from sneezing and coughing. There are many medicines which help kill bacteria in the body.
• No Side Effects: The best thing about these medicines is that they help treat Upper Respiratory Tract Infections without any side effect.

How To Prevent Air Pollutants That Cause Upper Respiratory Tract Infection?

These are the preventive measures which one can take to prevent themselves from URTI:

• Wear protection masks before going out from home.
• Decrease the usage of vehicles.
• Use Biogas.
• Plant more indoor plants for more oxygen.
• Keep a neat and clean environment.
• Apply cream near the Nostrils.
• Wash face frequently
• Consume jaggery in an appropriate amount after coming from outside.
• Take vitamin C supplements.
• Inhale steam and gargle with salt water.

The deteriorating air quality may lead to many respiratory infections, which is why it is our responsibility that we take some serious measures about air pollution and prevent URTI.