Hi there, my name is Julie Nelson. I have been a practising Aromatherapist for over 15 years and lectured on Aromatherapy for 13years. I have worked with chronic lung disease with my daughter during that time and have had some very good results. It is important to re-iterate that when treating any condition the treatment is specific to the individual and I recommend you consult with a qualified practitioner before using any essential oils.

Red or Sweet Myrtle, German Chamomile, Melaleuca ericafolia, Mandarin were my most used oils on Amy from 5yr’s to 10 yr’s. In the practitoner’s guide to Aromatherapy red or wild Thyme and Peppermint combined are recommended for deep lung infections, I have used this combination with Ravensara, Lemon Myrtle and Eucalptus smithii.

Applications - topically applying the oils front and back of torso by gentle massage. These treatments were used as a complementary treatment along with orthodox medication. Never take anyone off medication without a doctor’s consent. My daughter would not be alive today if it were not for modern medicine and I am a strong supporter of both complimentary and orthodox medicines, each has its place.

 My treatments varied with age and what she was presenting. Amy has a chronic and life threatening condition. She is a T.O.F = tracheoesophageal fistula. She was the youngest and smallest TOF baby born in 1988 here in Australia. Her associated condition is chronic lung disease, similar to CF however is not diagnosed as that. 
She has had recurring lung infections and countless hospitalisations for chronic lung infections, pneumonia, bronchitis and also ‘fundoplication’ surgery for reflux which specialists believe may still occur and is one of the causes for her lung infections. Amy has also at the age of 13 had a posterior spinal fusion due to the original surgery for her TOF repair. Initially the surgical procedure was very invasive going in through the front rib cage area and through the back under her right shoulder blade. To do this they cut 2 of her ribs which fused together creating a major problem. This was common for TOF children back then. Today keyhole surgery is done. Amy’s right rib cage did not grow to the same capacity as her left, this caused curvature of her spine. As she grew she had a 22 degree curve in her spine, from the age of 12 to 13 her curvature went to 41 degrees as she had started puberty. She was becoming very uncomfortable, in pain and suffered headaches every day. This is why she chose to have the spinal infusion. Her back surgery was a success and more than they had expected and they were astounded at her recovery!
There is of course a huge history so will keep this short, I wanted you to have some history to understand. One of my goals is write a case study of it this year.
Myrtle, Mandarin and German Chamomile where my most used for her chronic wet lung condition. These oils were calming and supported her immune between the ages of 5-8yrs. These oils also helped with her digestive problems as well. She associated feeling better with these particular oils and would often ask for them when she was not feeling well. They were applied by hand and foot massages in her acute stage (once she was out of danger) and chest rubs thereafter. Chamomile was used frequently in bathing. The affect was very clear, especially combined with massage. 
We always used and still do use Sweet or Red myrtle because of its calming properties as Eucalyptus globulus and radiata are too stimulating to the bronchi. 
Thyme and Peppermint for pseudomonas infection in her lungs. This bacterium thrives and colonises in wet moist lung conditions and is common in CF and chronic lung patients. 

Frankincense combined with German chamomile as an anti-inflammatory and Clary sage for slowing down the breath Neroli and Rose for emotional support for chronic anxiety and depression. 
Sandalwood and Myrrh, Tea tree, Melaleuca ericafolia, Eucalyptus smithii, Ravensara, Manuka are other oils that have been integrated in to her treatments. 
All of her treatments have been in conjunction with orthodox medicine and various another Natural remedies. 

TOF Emedicine

After posting this today I have decided to do a videozine on this subject. I have long wanted to write about it in depth, however find that a bit daunting, so I will be talking about our experiences. Keep you eyes open for my TOF videos.