Reference; https://mbp-japan.com/jijico/articles/32362/
Modified and translated by CFJA
Do respiratory-related symptoms increase when the temperature drops below 28°C?!
When the temperature drops below 28°C, individuals with underlying lung conditions may experience an increased risk of coughing or asthma attacks. In many cases, these symptoms can be alleviated by reevaluating one’s living environment.
People showing symptoms related to the lungs often have a body that feels cold, even if their core body temperature is not low. Signs include:
1. Feeling heaviness or stiffness in the head, shoulders, back, or lower back
2. Soft stools
3. Lack of appetite
4. Fatigue
If you’re experiencing these symptoms, I recommend soaking in a 40°C bath for 3-5 minutes each day to help relieve discomfort caused by coldness.
For those experiencing respiratory symptoms such as:
5. Coughing
6. Shortness of breath
7. Shallow breathing
Soaking in a 38°C bath for 30 seconds to 1 minute can be beneficial.
Acupuncture, Moxibustion and cupping treatment for blood stasis are effective for prolonged coughing.
In traditional Eastern medicine, it is believed that the liver is affected in spring, the heart in summer, the lungs in autumn, the kidneys in winter, and the spleen and pancreas during seasonal transitions. Illness is thought to be caused by ‘internal factors’ arising from an individual’s lifestyle and ‘external factors’ influenced by the environment. Diseases related to spring, summer, autumn, and winter are considered to be influenced by these external factors.
In autumn, as temperatures drop, those who have weak lungs tend to start feeling unwell around the autumn equinox (September 20). Sudden drops in temperature is a major external factor.
For those experiencing coughing or prolonged cough, I strongly recommend trying acupuncture (internal and external treatment) or cupping treatment for blood stasis (internal and external treatment). Acupuncture (internal and external treatment) is especially effective for respiratory conditions, including colds, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, and pneumonia. For those who feel unwell after undergoing medical treatments such as drug therapy (internal treatment) or surgery (external treatment), acupuncture (internal and external treatment) and cupping treatment for blood stasis (internal and external treatment) may help improve organ function from the outside.
If you are interested in acupuncture (internal and external treatment), please consult a nearby acupuncture clinic or a medical facility with an acupuncturist on staff.