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Diphtheria
Treatment of Diphtheria
- Homeopathic Treatment of Diphtheria
- Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Diphtheria
- Psychotherapy Treatment of Diphtheria
- Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Diphtheria
- Surgical Treatment of Diphtheria
- Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Diphtheria
- Other Treatment of Diphtheria
What is Diphtheria
Symptoms of Diphtheria
Causes of Diphtheria
Risk factors of Diphtheria
Complications of Diphtheria
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Diphtheria
Precautions & Prevention of Diphtheria
Treatment of Diphtheria
Homeopathic Treatment of Diphtheria
Homeopathy is very effective in giving relief and curing diphtheria. There are plenty of excellent remedies for various type of diphtheria in Homoeopathy. Some common homeopathic medicines for diphtheria are:
- Kali mur
- Kali per
- Diphth
- Lyco
- Sul Ac
- Merc
- Bapt
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Diphtheria
Allopathic treatment of Diphtheria is treated with antitoxin and antibiotics. The antitoxin, injected into a vein or muscle, neutralizes the diphtheria toxin already circulating in the body. Antibiotics such as penicillin or erythromycin help kill bacteria in the body, clearing up infections.
Surgical Treatment of Diphtheria
Doctors may remove some of the thick, gray covering in the throat if the covering is obstructing breathing.
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Diphtheria
- Drink plenty of water
- Avoid alcohol and tobacco
- Intake of orange juice or lemon juice
- Oils and fats should be avoided
Other Treatment of Diphtheria
Chewing on a clove of garlic twice or thrice a day is beneficial
What is Diphtheria
Diphtheria is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. It usually affects the mucous membranes of your nose and throat.
Symptoms of Diphtheria
- A sore throat and hoarseness
- Painful swallowing
- Swollen glands in your neck
- A thick, gray membrane covering your throat and tonsils
- Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing
- Bloody, watery drainage from nose
- Breathing problems
- Nasal discharge
- Fever and chills
- Malaise
Causes of Diphtheria
- Contaminated personal items
- Contaminated household items such as toys and towel
- Airborne droplets
- Direct contact with a skin ulcer of an infected person
Risk factors of Diphtheria
- Crowded, unsanitary environments
- People who have a compromised immune system
- Undernourished individuals
- Areas where diphtheria is endemic
Complications of Diphtheria
- Heart failure
- Muscle paralysis or weakness
- Vision problems
- Nerve damage
- Breathing problem
- Death
Diagnosis of Diphtheria
The doctor will perform a physical exam and look inside your mouth. This may reveal a gray to black covering (pseudomembrane) in the throat, enlarged lymph glands, and swelling of the neck or larynx. Following tests may include:
- Gram stain or throat culture to identify Corynebacterium diphtheriae
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Precautions & Prevention of Diphtheria
- Routine childhood immunizations
- Adult boosters
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