Chronic Bronchial Asthma
Asthma Joseph Antony•Gender: Male•Age: 54 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 15 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Shortness of breath on minimal exertion
- Dependency on steroid inhalers (twice daily)
- Chronic chest tightness and dry cough
- Worsening of breathing during cloudy weather
Clinical Assessment
A 54-year-old accountant from Thrissur presenting with severe chronic bronchial asthma for 15 years. Developed steroid inhaler dependency (fluticasone/salmeterol) and felt breathless even when walking short distances. Desired a natural approach to reduce drug side effects.
Diagnostic Investigations: Spirometry showing FEV1/FVC ratio of 62% (indicative of moderate obstructive pattern).
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Natrum Sulphuricum was selected as the primary constitutional remedy for asthma aggravated by dampness and cloudy weather, paired with Blatta Orientalis to relieve acute dyspnoea.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Natrum Sulphuricum and Blatta Orientalis
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Walk 30 minutes daily on flat terrain; perform yogic pranayama; avoid cold water baths.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 1 year- Exertional breathlessness improved; walk tolerance doubled in 6 weeks
- Inhaler dosage reduced to once daily at Month 3, and as-needed by Month 6
- FEV1/FVC ratio improved to 76% at Month 9 spirometry test
- Stable, energetic, and inhaler-free at 12-month follow-up
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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