Mycoplasma Herb Treatment

Mycoplasma (mycoplasma pneumoniae) is a microscopic organism related to bacteria. Mycoplasmic infections are highly contagious and can result from contact with the nose or throat droplets of an infected person. Infections cause pneumonia or pneumonia-like symptoms such as cough, ear infections, fever, sore throat, bronchitis, headache and fatigue. Infections often result in "atypical" or "walking" pneumonia.

Traditional Treatments for Mycoplasma

• Mycoplasma infections can go away on their own, but they are most commonly treated with antibiotics such as erythromycin, clarithromycin or azithromycin. Subsequent infections tend to be less severe and easier to treat.

Alternative Herb Treatments for Mycoplasma

• When used to treat infections, many herbs have been found very effective. These herbs can be ground, mixed and placed into capsules; brewed in teas; ground into powders and mixed into health drinks; or consumed whole. Beneficial herbs include the following:

  Flaxseed oil can help build healthy cell membranes and stimulate immune activity.
  IP6 (rice bran extract) has nutrients believed to improve immunity and overall health.
  Astralagus boosts the production of interferon, an immune factor that inhibits viral growth.
  Thyme helps reduce infection.
  Ginseng affects the immune control centers of the central nervous system through the adrenal hormones.
  Echinacea is effective against a wide variety of microbes, including viruses, bacteria and fungi.
  Garlic has antibiotic properties.
  Finally, olive leaf extract can boost the immune system.