Tracheitis Treatment

Tracheitis is an acute inf lammation of the lining of the trachea (windpipe). It is usually viral in origin but can sometimes be bacterial. It is often associated with an infection elsewhere in the upper respiratory tract, such as bronchitis or influenza.

Tracheitis is the most common cause of painful attacks of croup in young children. In cases where the bronchi of the lungs become infected (laryngotra-cheobronchitis), the walls of the airway swell, which can lead to asphyxia in small children.

TREATMENT 

Ayurveda 
Hollyhock may be useful for throat irritation.

Herbalism 
Comfrey root or leaf tea compresses on the throat and neck will help ease inflammation. Wrap a bruised, wet plantain leaf across the throat to soothe symptoms.

Aromatherapy
Anti-inflammatory oils can be used in gentle massage of the chest, neck, and head, or in the bath or an inhaler to encourage healing. Try bergamot, calendula, chamomile, and myrrh.

Homeopathy
Rumex, for a raw feeling in the throat, a tickly cough, and where the throat is sore to the touch. Stannum, when there is sweet yellow phlegm and pain after coughing. Bryonia, when pain is made worse by talking, smoke, and warm rooms. Phosphorus, for a hacking cough, thirst for cold drinks, and a raw feeling. Kali bich., for sticky phlegm that is difficult to expel.

Vitamins and Minerals 
Take extra vitamin C and zinc to boost the immune system.