Exploring the science behind traditional general management of asthma in kerala

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Bronchial Asthma is a major noncommunicable disease, affecting people of all age groups. Inflammation and narrowing of the small airways in the lungs cause Asthma, symptoms of which can be any combination of cough, wheeze, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. These symptoms are intermittent and are often worse at night or during performing exercise. Triggers vary from person to person and may include the following viral infections, dust, smoke, fumes, changes in the weather, grass, pollen grains, animal fur, feather, strong soaps, and perfumes. In India, approximately the condition is seen among 15 million people. A study conducted within the state of Kerala revealed a higher percentage of people, within the state suffering from the disease. In Kerala, Bronchial Asthma was prevalent in ancient times as it is today. This work is inspired by the thought to connect the treatment used by traditional physicians of Kerala with the procedures detailed in the Ayurvedic scriptures and justify it with their scientific rationale. The writing would detail the procedures administered along with the internal medication in ancient times and how it is scientifically connected, with the general management of Bronchial asthma mentioned in Ayurvedic treatises. Keywords: Bronchial asthma, Ayurvedic treatises, INTRODUCTION The word