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Gorchiki with acute and obstructive bronchitis for adults and children: treatment regimen
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Bronchitis is the inflammatory process that occurs in the mucous membrane of the so-called tracheobronchial tree. This disease belongs to the infectious group, with it there is a strong cough, as well as intoxication of the body. For the removal of these symptoms, there are various medical procedures, among which a time-proven method - mustard for bronchitis. They are considered one of the most effective methods, as they qualitatively warm up the sternum, eliminating cough.
Can I put mustard plasters in bronchitis? With bronchitis, you can put mustard plasters, the only thing is to observe the technique of their setting, and also to know if the patient has contraindications to this procedure.
In the process of treatment of bronchitis with mustard plasters, stagnant phenomena are eliminated in the lungs. This is due to the redirection of blood through the anastomoses - from the inflamed part of the lungs into the vessels under the skin. Also, mustard plasters accelerate the process of excretion from the bronchi sputum and strengthen the immune system.
Preparation
Preparation for the procedure is as follows: you need to take a blanket, a towel, actually the mustard plasters, and pour warm water into a bowl. Skin on the back and chest should be cleaned, and slightly moistened with water. There are mustard plasters when the patient is lying down - they are first placed on the chest, and then on the back.
Where to put mustard plasters in bronchitis?
The mustard for bronchitis is placed on the chest (below the clavicles 5-10 cm, it is important to try to have the area above the heart affected minimally), and also the back (mustard plaster placed between the scapula and below them - this increases the effectiveness of the effect).
Mustard must not be put on birthmarks, mammary glands, bone protrusions, kidneys, heart area. Also they need to be placed so that they do not touch each other.
Technique: how to put mustard plasters in bronchitis?
How correctly to put mustard plasters in bronchitis? The technique of application is quite simple:
- First it is necessary for a few seconds to dip a yellow card into a bowl of water, and then put on the skin on the chest or back;
- After all mustard plasters are delivered, it is necessary to get wet with a damp cloth or sponge;
- Then cover the area with superimposed mustard plasters with a dry towel;
- Then the patient needs to be covered with a blanket.
After the mustard will be removed, you need to carefully and carefully remove the remaining mustard from the skin to prevent the occurrence of excess skin irritation. Then the patient needs to be wrapped in a blanket again and allowed to lie down for a while.
Gorchiki for bronchitis in children
Gorchiki with bronchitis in children can be used, but you need to consider that the procedure should be shorter than in adults - only 4-6 minutes, no more.
With extreme caution, it is necessary to use mustard plasters if the child has obstructive bronchitis, since this form can cause the development of obstructive syndrome with the development of asphyxia. Since usually this disease is allergic in nature, the use of mustard plasters can only aggravate the situation. Sometimes their use leads to the transformation of bronchitis into bronchial asthma - this is due to the fact that the secreted essential oils usually can trigger the appearance of allergic symptoms.
Children are not allowed to put mustard plasters on both their backs and their breasts in one procedure, although there is no exact answer to which of these places would be more effective. Therefore, to achieve the result, it is recommended to alternate: one day put on the chest, and the second - on the back, and repeat it every other day.
You can also use a simple mustard powder as a substitute - make a mustard bath in which the child can get his feet stuck. You need 100 g of powder per 10 liters of water, and the water temperature should be within 38 ° C. At the same time, it is necessary to cover it with a warm blanket, and at the end of the procedure to put in bed and give a drink of hot tea.
Mustard plasters for bronchitis in adults
The action of mustard plasters begins 5-10 minutes later (in general, this usually depends on their quality, as well as the skin condition of the patient and his individual perception). Most mustards for bronchitis in adults are placed for a maximum of 15 minutes. After removing them, the skin is wiped with a damp cloth and then wiped dry. Then the patient is wrapped in a blanket and left to lie down for a while.
Gorchiki with acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis usually develops due to SARS and influenza. Risk factors are: hypothermia, inhalation of harmful vapors or gases, smoking. Often this disease is preceded by repeated, inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract (for example, tracheitis).
In acute bronchitis, mustard plasters are placed on the upper part of the chest, and also on the area between the shoulder blades.
Gorchiki with obstructive bronchitis
In obstructive bronchitis, it is not recommended to use mustard plasters, but if you still decide to use them, you must put them in a classic way: on the chest and back. A small child should be treated with the method of mustard wrapping - the towel is wetted in a water-mustard solution, and they wrap the patient.
How many days and how often can I put mustard plasters in bronchitis?
Mustards with bronchitis can be placed no more than 4-5 days in a row, while the procedure can not be performed more often 1 time / day. But it is better for children not to put mustard plums daily - for them it is recommended to perform the procedure every other day.
Contraindications
With the help of mustard plasters, bronchitis is often treated, but one must remember that there are some contraindications for their use. For example, it is impossible to perform such a procedure for tuberculosis, the presence of malignant tumors, and bleeding. Also, they can not be used as a treatment for children under 6, because their skin is too thin, and therefore prone to burns.
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