Described as Kshaya Shwasa, where chronic obstruction and tissue depletion (Dhatu Kshaya) cause persistent breathing difficulty.

Symptoms:

• Shortness of breath even at rest
• Chronic cough with sputum
• Chest tightness, fatigue, weight loss

Ayurvedic Management:

Therapies:

• Snehana & Swedana – loosens Kapha
• Basti (Enema therapy) – strengthens Prana Vata
• Rasayana – enhances lung tissue repair
• Virechana (Purgation) for detoxification

Internal Medicines:

• Dashamoola Haritaki Leha, Chyawanprash, Vasavaleha, Shwasa Kuthara Rasa, Abhraka Bhasma

Dhathri Therapies:

• Respiratory Rejuvenation Programme
• Prana Raksha Therapy

Benefits:

• Enhances oxygenation naturally
• Reduces mucus production
• Strengthens lung capacity

Prevention:

• Avoid cold weather exposure
• Maintain light, warm diet
• Practice gentle breathing exercises