Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a category of lung disorders characterized by inflammation and/or scarring of lung tissue. Such damage can affect your ability to breathe and to get adequate oxygen into the blood stream.

Causes of ILD :-

Many factors may cause interstitial lung disease (ILD), including the following:-

For cases in which the cause of ILD is unknown, the condition is referred to as idiopathic ILD.

Symptoms of ILD :-

Ayurvedic view and Treatment options :-

Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is associated with the respiratory system thus according to Ayurveda it is due to vitiation of “Pranvah Srotas”( Respiratory Channels). Ayurveda can give a very convenient, economical and effective treatment which relieves the symptoms and also improves the quality of life. But if diagnosed at a late stage, ILD is mostly uncurable. Ayurveda along with its sister branches like Panchakarma and Yoga (Pranayam) can help in the treatment. Patients also need to avoid some of the underlying causes which increase the disease. 

Most commonly used Ayurvedic Herbs in Interstitial Lung Disease ILD are :

Along with above mentioned herbs, some very effective breathing excercises, diet recommendations can help ILD patients to improve in their symptoms. For further details, you can book consultation with our Ayurvedic specialists.