Among the most dangerous respiratory pathologies, modern medicine calls pneumonia. Thousands of people die from this disease every year worldwide. For this reason, scientists are constantly looking for new drugs, as well as actively developing the diagnostic base for early and accurate detection of the disease.
This is an infectious and inflammatory disease that affects the human respiratory system, in particular the lungs. Provocateurs are pathogenic microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, fungi). Depending on the location, pathogen, cause and severity of the course, there are varieties of pathology: focal, lobar, segmental and central (radical) pneumonia. We will get to know the last subspecies better.
Pathogens and provoking factors
The focus of inflammation is observed in the hilar space of the lung. There is an accumulation of fluid in the end part of the apparatus (alveolus), a violation of gas exchange withblood capillaries and changes in the connective tissue of the internal organ. The reason for this is often bacterial microorganisms located inside the cell membrane (mycoplasmas, influenza viruses, chlamydia, pneumococcus).
Central pneumonia, the photo of which is presented in the material, is difficult to diagnose. Epidemiological features in this inflammatory process are mild, so a visual examination will not show any results. A more in-depth examination is required, which will also help identify provoking factors. It is scientifically substantiated that the following phenomena cause the likelihood of pathology:
- injuries, injuries and bruises of the chest;
- addiction to alcohol and tobacco;
- concomitant diseases of internal organs;
- chemotherapy;
- artificial lung ventilation;
- respiratory diseases.
The most susceptible to infection are people with weakened immune systems (children, the elderly, people with unstable mentality and seriously ill people). The causative agents of the disease enter the body through the respiratory system, rush straight into the blood plasma and bronchi. Pathogenic microbes fill the alveoli, disrupting gas exchange, functioning and oxygen transfer. As a result, there is a strong cough, the temperature rises rapidly and the general condition worsens. Pathogenic microflora spreads through the lymphatic system, aggravating the situation.
Clinical picture
According to expertscentral pneumonia (photos in the article illustrate its manifestations) can develop in a tumor-like and inflammatory form. In the first case, an acute course is observed. The second form is more complex, the basal part of the lung is covered with tuberous formations, the disease is difficult to treat.
In both cases, treatment and rehabilitation are quite lengthy. Regardless of the form, it causes wheezing, whistling sounds in the chest area and bronchial breathing. Radical pneumonia. Symptoms are sometimes confused with malignancy and tuberculosis.
An experienced and qualified doctor will be able to distinguish pathology by rapid breathing, shortness of breath, oxygen deficiency, increased sweating and dizziness with minimal physical exertion. At the same time, there are no painful sensations in the chest and when breathing. Body temperature may not rise. An X-ray and a physical examination method (listening to sounds) will help to correctly diagnose the disease and the focus of localization.
Diagnosis and research methods
According to visual examination, it is not possible to make a diagnosis of hilar pneumonia, so clinical blood tests are being carried out to identify a potential pathogen. With an increased level of leukocytes, we can talk about a bacterial infection. A biochemical analysis is also taken and a study of gas exchange in the capillaries is carried out.
Explored sputum obtained by coughing up and checked inmicrobiological laboratory. If necessary, the doctor can conduct an additional examination: computed tomography, urinalysis, bronchoscopy, biopsy of the lung and pleura. Interpretation of all results allows for the correct administration of an acceptable and effective therapy.
Principles of treatment
Radical pneumonia requires hospitalization in the pulmonology or therapy department. In the acute stage, the patient is prescribed bed rest, plenty of warm drink, a special diet enriched with minerals and vitamins. An obligatory component is antibiotic therapy, which is selected by the doctor after taking the necessary tests, identifying the focus of localization and the cause. Medicines are prescribed intravenously or intramuscularly, in an individual dosage, taking into account age characteristics.
Treatment is not complete without immunostimulants, anti-inflammatory, expectorant and mucolytic drugs that improve the drainage function of the bronchi. Physiotherapeutic procedures are shown aimed at normalizing the state of the lung tissue (electrophoresis, laser therapy, amplipulse therapy, UHF). Good help inhalation for pneumonia and therapeutic exercises. In a complicated course, concomitant therapy is carried out.
Additional treatment with folk remedies
It is recommended to use herbal remedies only in combination with medicines. Medicinal herbs and berries have a beneficial effect on the bronchi and relieve the inflammatory process, contributing to a speedy recovery. Infusion of reddry wine and hazelnuts will help to better expectorate.
Our ancestors have long used this recipe in therapy. Many healers to this day are advised to use it for patients with a diagnosis of "radical pneumonia". Treatment is carried out internally. A potion is prepared from red wine and peeled nuts (each ingredient 500 gr.). The solution is boiled for half an hour, cooled and drunk 15 ml 10 minutes before meals.
Aloe and honey - a remedy for inflammation in the lungs
Time-tested recipe, prepared as follows: squeeze 200 ml of juice from fresh aloe leaves, add 40 gr. birch buds (pre-grind) and eryngium herb leaves. Stir thoroughly, put a kilogram of propolis oil and flower honey (liquid) into the mass.
Put in a water bath, simmer for 10-15 minutes. Dissolve a tablespoon in 250 ml of warm milk and consume three times a day, regardless of food intake. Herbal medicine improves the condition and course of the disease.
Basic pneumonia will pass faster if you take a fig drink. It's easy to prepare. It has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action. Take two figs in a glass of milk, simmer for 10 minutes on low heat and drink.
Badger fat is the best helper in the fight against pneumonia
This remedy will help overcome various forms of the disease, even the most severe. It is taken in courses for 30 days, then a break is made for 14 days, and againtherapy is resumed. Eat 15 grams daily. fat before meals - three times a day.
Treatment with folk remedies should be carried out under the strict supervision of a therapist. Along with this, the patient must adhere to a special diet, give up sweet, fatty, s alty, smoked and spicy. Eat small meals, drink at least two liters of water at room temperature, use herbal drinks with honey, linden, chamomile and raspberries.
Preventive measures
Never carry a cold on your feet, it threatens with serious complications. Stimulate the immune system, this will help a he althy and balanced menu, an active lifestyle, the rejection of bad habits. Equally important is a favorable emotional environment, try to be less nervous, save yourself from stressful situations and negative people. The implementation of simple rules will protect you from various kinds of inflammation. Approach your life wisely and wisely.
