Chronic bronchitis occurs due to Kapha accumulation and Vata disturbance leading to persistent mucus formation and chronic cough.

Symptoms:

• Productive cough with thick mucus
• Shortness of breath and chest pain
• Fatigue and frequent infections

Ayurvedic Management:

Therapies:

• Vamana (Emesis) to clear Kapha
• Swedana and Udwarthanam – reduce mucus congestion
• Nasya with Anu Taila
• Abhyanga with Sahacharadi Taila

Internal Medicines:

• Vasarishta, Sitopaladi Churna, Trikatu, Kantakari Ghrita, Chyawanprash

Dhathri Therapies:

• Bronchial Cleansing Programme
• Respiratory Rasayana Therapy

Benefits:

• Clears chronic phlegm accumulation
• Strengthens respiratory muscles
• Prevents seasonal recurrence

Prevention:

• Avoid smoking, dust, and exposure to pollutants
• Warm water gargling daily
• Maintain digestive balance with light food