Ayurvedic Treatment for Sinusitis

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Sinusitis is a condition that occurs due to inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses. Sinuses are air space passages in the skull and facial bones. When the sinuses become blocked and filled with fluid, they are at higher risk of infection causing a headache or pressure in the eyes, nose, cheek area, or on one side of the head. Sinus blocks occur from conditions like common cold, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps or a deviated septum. Sinusitis can be mild or severe lasting from few days to several weeks and the frequency of occurrence depends on each individual conditions.

Causes of Sinusitis

Blockage and infection of sinus space is the main cause of sinusitis. The sinus space gets blocked with mucus during a cold, or allergic irritation cause the inflammation of the linings of the sinuses. This forms a better place for bacteria to grow inside the sinuses causing pain, headache and fever.

Symptoms of Sinusitis

The most symptoms of sinusitis include:

• Pain and pressure in the cheeks and forehead
• Thick yellow-green nasal discharge
• Cough
• Headache
• Swelling of the face
• Blocked nose
• Congestion
• Sensitivity to light and sound
• Postnatal drip with a sore throat

Diagnosis

Through clinical examination the symptoms are evaluated and imaging of the para nasal sinuses helps identify the region of the infected sinus.

Ayurveda Treatment for Sinusitis

In Ayurveda, the aggravation of Kapha dosha is considered to be the root cause for the development of sinusitis. The Ayurvedic treatment approach to sinusitis involve a combination of detoxification processes through Panchakarma, herbal oral medicines and decoctions, dietary and life style modifications. Specially designed panchakarma programs like Nasyam, Lepanam, Thalam, Vamanam, Shirodhara helps to open up the blocked passages in the skull and facial structures reduce the risk of infection. Nasya Karma or Nasyam is a unique detoxification therapy for treating sinusitis with successful results. During the procedure, medicated oil or powder is administered through the nostrils to clear the Kapha accumulated in the sinus passage. The treatment procedure completely removes the mucus and blocks in the sinus passages and also prevents the recurrence of the condition. The treatment duration depends on individual patient condition and on an average lasts for around 1 – 3 weeks. Along with treatment procedure, few diet and lifestyle modifications are instructed to pacify the aggravated Kapha dosha and to rejuvenate the body and prevent the reoccurrence of the condition.

At Ayur Bethaniya Ayurveda Hospital, we provide safe and effective herbal treatment plans that are customized as per individual patient condition for complete recovery from any severe conditions of sinusitis without any side effects. We ensure complete recovery from the condition and rejuvenate the body, mind and soul to feel a better individual. Along with the best medical infrastructure and medical utilities, we provide services from expert doctors and staffs for all round care and support to the patients. To know more about sinusitis treatment methods and treatment cost, book an appointment now.