What is croup? Croup is a disease caused by a virus, bacteria, allergies, and inhaled irritants that leads to swelling in the airways and problems breathing. A child may have stridor, which is a high-pitched sound usually heard when the child breathes in (inspiration). Croup is most commonly caused by viruses. It is sometimes, but rarely, caused by bacteria, allergies, or reflux from the stomach. Croup is caused by a variety of different viruses. The most common virus is the parainfluenza virus.
Homeopathic Arnica - Top 5 Uses. Arnica montana is undoubtedly the most popular and commonly used single homeopathic remedy in the world. While most of us know the benefits of Arnica for bruising and muscle soreness, it has other applications you may not be aware of.
Arnica is a homeopathic medicine that comes from a flower of the same name, with properties that reduce the swelling and pain of bruises, sprains, muscle and joint problems, as well as insect bites. Iâve only known about Arnica for a couple of years, but Iâve been pretty much obsessed with it ever since.