Direct answer for your question i.e. Is pneumonia contagious? answer would be yes it is contagious.
Pneumonia is a respiratory condition that is defined by irritation in the lungs due to a bacterial, viral or contagious disease. The immune system of the human body keeps the harmful germs from affecting the lungs but sometimes they may succeed in defeating the immune system and may cause problems.
Majority of the times, acute problems may occur and clears up in a few weeks. In few cases, it can turn out to be intense and may even prove to be lethal. It is especially hazardous for newborn children, teenagers, elderly (65 years or more), and individuals who have low immunity.
Symptoms of Pneumonia are fever, shivering, chills, and shortness of breath, headache, loss of hunger, exhaustion, sweating, queasiness and retching, pain in the muscles, and difficulty in breathing.
Here are the main home solutions for pneumonia:
Garlic:
Garlic has antimicrobial properties that helps in destruction of harmful bacteria and other pathogens. It likewise decreases the body temperature and helps in expulsion of the mucus from the lungs.
Mix equal amounts of milk and water. Then to this add 1 ½ teaspoon of crushed garlic to it. Heat it until only ¼ of the mixture remains. Take this drink at least 3 times a day for best results.
You can also take garlic by mixing equal amounts of crushed garlic and fresh lemon juice. Take this 3-4 times a day to get relief. You can also have ginger tea if you are suffering from pneumonia.
Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne Pepper has high capsaicin content that helps in expulsion of mucous from the respiratory organs. Cayenne pepper also contains beta-carotene, which helps in maintaining the level of body fluids.
Blend some lemon juice and a dash of cayenne pepper in an eight-ounce glass of water. Drink it 2 times each day. You can also mix cayenne pepper in some carrot juice. Both remedies are effecting in treating Pneumonia.
Fenugreek Seeds
Fenugreek has mucolytic properties, that is, it dilutes the thick mucus that gets accumulated at the time of Pneumonia. Moreover, it prompts sweating which decreases fever and expels poisons from the body.
One can make fenugreek tea by adding 1 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in 500 ml water. Strain and drink fenugreek tea at least once a day. To enhance its taste, you can include a small amount of lemon juice. Decrease the quantity of Tea you drink as you feel better.
Sesame Seeds
This homemade remedy removes mucus as sesame seeds go about as a characteristic expectorant. Mix 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds in water. After that, add 1 tablespoon of linseed (flaxseeds) and keep mixing. Strain the blend and after that include 1 teaspoon of honey and a pinch of salt. Drink this blend at least once a day for best results.
Vegetable Juice
Fresh carrot juice, spinach juice, beet root juice, cucumber juice, and other vegetable juices are fabulous for your health, particularly when managing pneumonia. They help immunity, break down mucus, and help in detoxification. Being rich in phosphorus and chlorine is very advantageous for your lungs.