Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-Cure through Homoeopathy

Abstract

In 2015 alone, three million people died across the world for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In India, it is the second leading cause of death. So, what is this deadly disease and how can we deal with it? COPD is a term used to describe progressive lung diseases, including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, refractory (non-reversible) asthma, and some forms of bronchiectasis. It is characterised by breathlessness, frequent coughing (with and without sputum), wheezing and tightness in the chest. While the conditions for the disease might be prevalent from an early age, the actual symptoms usually present after the age of 40. It is often confused with asthma, as both lead to breathing difficulty. But asthma responds to steroids while COPD doesn't, making it more complicated to treat.