Nasal Polyps (Nasarsas)
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Nasal Polyps (Nasarsas) - Causes, Symptoms and Ayurvedic Treatment
Nasal Polyps is an inflammatory disease characterized by abnormal lesions that originate from any portion of the nasal mucosa or paranasal sinuses. It is a relatively common disease, occurring in 1-4 % of the general population, but is rarely described in the pediatric population. Nasal polyps in the pediatric population appear to occur as inflammatory responses to bacterial infections and it could represent an alert sign for other underlying systemic diseases.
In Ayurveda, nasal polyps can be correlated to Nasarsas described by Susrutha and Charaka Acharya according to its symptoms. Dr. Gupta’s IAFA is providing proper care and treatment for nasal polyps in children. IAFA has a separate wing called Ayurpediatrics for the management of various ailments in children.
Ayurvedic Reference of Nasal Polyps (Nasaras)
Causes of Nasal Polyps
Some people can develop polyps with no previous nasal problems, but there is often a trigger for developing polyps. These triggers include:
- Chronic or recurring sinus infections
- Asthma
- Allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
- Cystic fibrosis
- Sensitivity to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or aspirin
In Ayurveda, nasal polyps are called Kapha-Rakta grandhis. The enlarged Kapha dosha accumulates in the wall of blood vessels and surrounding muscle tissues and leads to swelling known as Kapha-Rakta granthi or nasarsas and is caused by chronic irritation
Symptoms of Nasal Polyps
- A sensation that your nose is blocked
- Runny nose
- Postnasal drip, which is when excess mucus runs down the back of your throat
- Nasal stuffiness
- Nasal congestion
- Reduced sense of smell
- Breathing through your mouth
- A feeling of pressure in your forehead or face
- Sleep apnea
- Snoring
As Per Ayurveda, Symptoms Include
- Nasal block (Nasa-avarodha)
- Breathing difficulty (Krucha swasa)
- Running nose (Nasa srava)
- Snoring
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Diet in Nasal Polyps
Pathyam or Do’s in Nasal Polyps
- Maintain good hygiene of the self as well as the environment so that infection can be minimized.
- Timely and appropriate intervention for Common Cold, Bronchitis, Asthma, or any other respiratory ailment you may be having
- Take steam inhalation if there is a persistent cold
Apathyam or Don’ts in Nasal Polyps
- Avoid exposure to allergens like pollen, perfumes, smoke, tobacco, dust, chemical fumes which cause inflammation and irritation of the nasal passage
- Do not stuff cotton in the nose in case there is a nasal bleeding
Yoga Therapy for Nasal Polyps
Yoga for nasal polyps and pranayama yoga is very helpful for balancing your chakras and recovering from any inflammations and infections. Pranayama yoga is extremely useful because it is a set of breathing exercises that will not only help with the clearing of your nasal pathways but will also help you feel more relaxed and clear-minded.
Asanas include,
- Gomukasana (Cow’s Face Pose)
- Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)
- Sarvangasana (All Limbs Pose)
Pranayama include,
- Bhastrika Pranayama
- Kapalabhati (Frontal Brain Cleansing Exercise)
- Jalaneti (Nasal Cleansing with Water)
- Sutraneti (Nasal Cleansing with Thread)
Ayurvedic Treatment for Nasal Polyps
The treatment aims to bringing about the doshas to normalcy, to repair the inflamed mucosa, and to drain the polyps. Both purificatory and palliative treatment are necessary for the condition.
Internal Medicines for Nasal Polyps
- Chitraka Haritaki avaleha
- Triphala Guggulu
- Kanchanara Guggulu
- Varanadi Kashaya
- Nityananda Rasa
- Lakshmivilasa Rasa
- Arsha kuttara Rasa
- Haridra Khanda
External Medicines for Nasal Polyps
- Shikhari thaila
- Tuttha
- Kasishadi Taila
- Tulsyadi tailam
External Therapies
- Nasapichu
- Nasya
- Snehana
- Swedana
- Gandusha
- Dhoompana
Single Drugs Used in Nasal Polyps - As Per Ayurveda
- Haridra (Curcuma longa)
- Tulasi (Ocimum sanctum)
- Kaseesa (Ferrous sulphate)
- Tutha (Copper sulphate)
Article Written By: Dr. Sahil Gupta, Ayurvedic Allergist
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