Some people often complain of a slimy throat. This condition definitely makes the body feel uncomfortable, right?
Many fear that mucus in the throat may affect lung health. Especially in the condition of the COVID-19 pandemic which is not over as it is today, lung health is of utmost concern.
The function of mucus for the lungs
However, before worrying too much, mom needs to know that lung mucus or dajak has an important job. One of them is to protect the respiratory system and filter out small particles that cause disease, viruses, dust and various other impurities.
Danger of excess mucus or phlegm
While it has the benefit of protecting the body, it is good to keep mucus production normal. Excessive phlegm or mucus can cause lung problems.
What are the diseases that can attack the lungs due to too much mucus? Here are some of them:
- Pneumonia
- Asthma
- Pneumothorax or Atelectasis
- Bronchitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Lung cancer
- Lung infection (pneumonia)
- Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary oedema)
- Ateri paru tersumbat (emboli paru)
The natural way to clear mucus in the throat and lungs
Excess mucus or phlegm must be treated immediately or it can cause more serious health problems. Here’s a way to do it at home the natural way:
1. Ginger stew
Ginger contains anti-inflammatory compounds to reduce sore throats and ease the respiratory system, Mother. The antiviral and antibacterial properties make ginger widely used to stimulate the removal of excess mucus in the lungs.
2. Drink more
Mom knew that when the body’s fluid needs are met, it will be easier to break down the excess phlegm in the airways. A hydrated body will help process the consistency of the mucus to make it more liquid so it can be easily removed.
3. Gargle with salt water
A JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery study in 2018 found that constant gargling with saline solutions for more than a week can thin the mucus in the lungs. If you want to give it a try, you can mix a cup of warm water with half to three-quarters of a teaspoon of salt, then gargle it for 30 to 60 seconds.
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Also see how to remove phlegm in babies easier in the video below:
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