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Bed ridden patient coughing. Cannot spit mucus out. Please advise. Female 55 yrs. two years of brain stroke.
Also cannot swallow and chew
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Antim Tart or Kali Sulph can be useful.
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I'm sorry to hear about your mother's condition. Given her medical history, including the stroke and difficulty swallowing, it is important to address her current symptoms with care and attention. Coughing and inability to spit out mucus can be signs of a respiratory issue, which can happen in bedridden patients due to restricted movement, weakened muscles, or even aspiration.
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Monitor for infection: Be vigilant for signs of infection such as increased fever, chest pain, or changes in breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help immediately.
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yes, treatment for this disease is possible. You can consult with me online for further details. Thank you.
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Need more details for proper treatment and guidance.
Homoeopathic medicine is best effective for your complaints.
Kindly consult me on practo online or calling.
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Hello Practo User, use homoeopathic medications for your problem to get Instant and effective results.Its Curable, no need to worry about. Homoeopathic medicines plays Excellent role to treat Such problems in a hollistic way without any side effect.I suggest you to message me your complete history in private chat with all reports & details & Consult Online through Practo. I will guide you for holistic & effective Results with homoeopathy ! Take care !! Best Regards:)
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Consult online
We have 100 remedies for coughing need proper history
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Hello sir
Homoeopathy is safe and reliable for her considering her condition, it will definitely help improve the muscular weakness and improve her general movements.
Case taking is very crucial in this situation so do contact if you need aid
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It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
It can be treated well with homeopathic medicine effectively.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic doctor for the last 17 years. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance
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Homeopathic medicines are very helpful in cases of respiratory diseases like cough
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Online consultation can be done
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More symptoms needed.
Contact online or at clinic
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Hello!
I understand that managing mucus buildup in a bedridden patient, especially one with difficulty swallowing and chewing, can be very challenging. Since she has been dealing with the effects of a brain stroke for two years, her ability to clear mucus may be affected due to weakened throat muscles (dysphagia), reduced cough reflex, or lung congestion.
To help her expel mucus more effectively, consider the following:
ð¹ Homeopathic Support: Homeopathy offers gentle yet effective remedies to loosen mucus, improve cough reflex, and ease breathing. Based on her symptoms, some helpful remedies include:
ð¹ Positioning & Therapy:
Keep her slightly elevated (at a 30â45-degree angle) to prevent mucus pooling in the lungs.
Gentle chest physiotherapy (light tapping on the back) can help loosen the mucus.
A nebulizer with saline or steam inhalation (under supervision) may help thin the mucus.
ð¹ Hydration & Nutrition:
If she is on a liquid diet, warm fluids (as per her tolerance) can help loosen secretions.
Homeopathic medicines can be given in liquid form to suit her swallowing ability.
Since she has been bedridden and unable to clear mucus, itâs essential to prevent complications like aspiration pneumonia. I strongly recommend a detailed consultation to prescribe the most suitable homeopathic treatment for her condition.
Please book an appointment so we can guide you with the best care plan. Wishing her a smooth recovery!
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Health Global Homoeopathy clinic
Vijaynagar, Bangalore
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Homeopathy helps you with permanent cure
Consult online
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She can start taking homoeopathic medicine
We need to understand case in detail,how it started ,what’s the current situation,when it’s more. ..etc
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Take turmeric,ginger juice with honey ,avoid sugar,avoid milk products,do chest pt ,steam inhalation
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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
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Hi Practo user
A homoeopathic treatment will give her best results naturally
You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance
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Dr. Jyoti Sharma
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Detail case is required so consult Homoepathic physician
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Dr. Sameeksha Hemant Patil
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Nashik
Consult me online through practo.
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Dr. Rachel Giri
Homoeopath
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
Homeopathy Treatment involves complete case history to give the right remedy.Its safe to take now.
Since the patient cannot swallow or chew homeopathy can support neurological recovery, muscle strength, and swallowing function
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Lifestyle & Nutritional Support:
1. Pureed & Liquid Diet – Since she cannot chew/swallow,nutrient-rich smoothies, soups, and thickened fluids will help.
2. Swallowing Therapy– Speech & swallowing exercises with a therapist can improve function.
3.Passive Exercises– Gentle movement of limbs to prevent stiffness.
4. Maintain Hydration– Small spoon-fed sips of electrolyte drinks, coconut water, or warm broths.
5.Positioning for Eating – Sitting upright during feeding reduces choking risk
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Dr. Merlin
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Bangalore
You can share me reports.
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