Sinus

Sinusitis

Sinusitis which is known as Panis in Ayurveda is generally caused by bacterial infections or often viruses or fungi infection may also lead to sinusitis. In this condition sinuses (air-filled cavities located on either side of the nose) are blocked with mucus and become inflamed.

People with a low immune system have a higher probability affecting by sinuses bacterial or fungi infections. It may also affect any people regardless of age and gender. Ayurvedic treatment for sinusitis is possible with timely diagnosis and doctor consultation. 

Causes for sinusitis

Sinusitis may transpire due to multiple factors such as allergies, infection, particulate or chemical irritation of the sinuses. It leads to the accumulation of fluids in the sinuses that eventually results in the growth of germs. Moreover, consumption of oily, spicy, dry, too hot or too cold foods, incompatible foods causes impairment of three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) which leads to blockage, swelling or irritation of the tissue of sinuses. Effective treatment for sinus infection can be achieved through holistic and root cause treatment of Ayurveda

Symptom of sinusitis

Symptoms of sinusitis may include fever, headache, post nasal drip, congestion, fever, cough, sore throat, sneezing, cough and bad breath.

Types of Sinusitis (Pinas)

• Acute sinusitis
• Sub-acute sinusitis
• Chronic sinusitis
• Infectious sinusitis
• Non-infectious sinusitis

Ayurvedic Treatment for Sinusitis

Nasya (Shiro Virechna) – Nasya therapy involves administering herbs, oils, and herbal powder through the nostril to stimulate the secretion of mucus. The therapy effectively helps to dissolve and loosen the mucus accumulated in and around the nasal and sinus passage.

Nasal steam inhalation – Steam inhalation at least twice a day helps to reduce congestion in the sinus passage. During the treatment for sinus infection one drop mixture of camphor, menthol can be added in steam.

Dhumpana with Haridra churnam – It immensely helps to reduce the Kapha in the sinuses and clear the nasal passage.

Panchakarma

Panchakarma therapy is exercised in chronic sinusitis. It improves immunity, cleanses ama and balances metabolism. The pranavahasrotais is also strengthened and cleansed with the help of herbal medicines. To get the best results from the Ayurvedic treatment for sinusitis, Apart from panchakarma therapy, you should also follow a proper diet and inculcate a positive lifestyle.

Introduction:

Sinuses are the air filled empty cavities in the face bone. The forehead and facial structures become light weight due to these cavities. The sinuses often get clogged with toxins and infectious material. Allergies in upper respiratory tract also aggravate the sinusitis.  The symptoms of sinusitis include heaviness over facial region, headache, heaviness in forehead, post nasal drip (mucus in the throat), sneezing and sometimes fever.

Ayurveda View:

Ayurveda mentions sinusitis disease as “Peenas roga”, It is caused due to recurrent cold and allergy. Herbal Anti allergic medicines and immune modulator agents are mainly used for treatment of this disorder. Nasya therapy i.e. instilling liquid medicines into nose are also very much advised. Ayurvedic Treatment for Sinus is one of the best options.

Effective Home Remedy:

 Instill mustard oil 2-3 drops in the nose in morning.

Take tulasi juice 1 teaspoon full with equal honey mixed in it.       

Warm paste of sunthi powder to be applied over forehead

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