SYMPTOMS
[Ch. Chi 21]
- Difficulty in breathing out (Shwas kashta)
- Shortness of breath
- Tightness in chest
- Cough
- Unconsciousness (Moorchha)
- Hoarseness of voice and difficulty in speech (Swarbhed and kanthodhwans)
- Breathing difficulty while lying down which is relieved by sitting
- Relief after taking hot drinks
- Dryness of mouth
- Sweating on forehead
- Eyes seem to be protruded
- Loss of appetite (Aruchi)
- Vomiting (Vaman)
- Expectoration of sputum and relief thereafter (Kapha shthivan).
- Wheezing
- Feeling as if surrounded by darkness
- Thirst
Frequency of episodes (veg) increases in cold and dry weather, rainy season and when exposed to cold moisture laden winds from the east .
The following diet which increase Kapha tends to aggravate the frequency of attacks
| Diet that increases Kapha |
| Taste |
Property |
| Sweet |
Heavy |
| Sour |
Cold |
| Salty |
Oily |
