Overview
An excessive build-up of the phlegm or mucus in your airway is referred to as catarrh. This cannot only happen in your airway but just about in any cavity in your body. However, it is most common in the sinuses, throat, chest or ears. When this happen, you could experience:
- A stuffy or blocked nose
An excessive build-up of the phlegm or mucus in your airway is referred to as catarrh. This cannot only happen in your airway, but just about in any cavity of body. - Your nose may become runny or feel as though mucus running down your throat
- A cough that is accompanied by mucus
- Headache
- Face pain due to blocked sinuses and nose
- Unable to smell or taste
- You may be having temporary hearing loss
- Feeling tired
The Causes of Catarrh
In response to an irritation or an infection, catarrh is what the immune system does in order to deter said infection or irritation. The white blood cells are rushing to the location of infection or irritation, which then release molecules that are referred to as inflammatory mediators which then cause the mucous membranes to swell. Due to this swelling mucus is produced, and the cavity starts to narrow due to the congestion.
Catarrh is not actually a condition on its, but it is associated with several conditions, like:
- Common cold
- Hay fever or other forms of allergic rhinitis
- Non-allergic rhinitis that changes in humidity
- Nasal polyps
Chronic Catarrh
There are people who have chronic catarrh in that their swelling lasts for a long time even though they may not have an infection or an allergy. In these cases, most professionals contribute this condition to an abnormality in the throat lining.
When to See the Doctor
Catarrh is often one of those issues that will clear up on its own. Those who experience catarrh that is chronic, then they may feel that they need to see their doctor to discuss what is causing this and how to help. In most cases, people find that self-treatment is the best way to treat catarrh.
Treating Catarrh at Home
There are several treatments that you can try at home that can help with this condition. These treatments can include:
- Changing your environment such as avoiding those humid or dry areas
- Ensure that you are not dehydrated
- Utilizing saline nasal rinses
- Utilizing decongestant medications
Natural Remedies to Cure Catarrh
Apple Cider Vinegar
One problem that might add to catarrh is an imbalanced pH within a person’s body. A dose each day of 1 tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar in some water assists to rebalance the body.
Turmeric
A warm, hot spice, turmeric assists to relieve the swelling causing the congestion. Turmeric also provides relief by flushing the passages in the nasal.
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