ENT Problems

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is a condition regarding blockage and inflammation of the nasal passages. This is a Kapha, Pitta and Vata aggravation. In the case of Vata aggravation it manifests as headache, migraine, muscle tension in the face, eye pain and nasal dryness. Pitta aggravation can cause nasal bleeding, dark circles around the eyes, pimples on the face and yellow, green or watery discharge from the nose. Kapha aggravation is seen as mucous formation, thick mucous discharge, swelling in the face and around the eyes, watery eyes and dark circles under the eyes.

In the sinus cavity the membranes eventually become thinner which creates a very low tolerance to allergens, pollen, strong smells, change in temperature and season, which in turn causes sinusitis.

Sinusitis is best treated in the primary stage as if it becomes a chronic condition it will affect other bodily systems and become more difficult to treat. In chronic cases, if left untreated, it might cause bronchitis and asthma.

In my experience I have treated sinusitis by balancing the doshas and strengthening the nasal muscles. At first I establish and balance the dosha aggravation and give diet advice. The sinuses are then treated with herbal preparations. They will improve gradually, month by month. In some cases maintenance treatment is required to stabilise the system.

Tinnitus

This is the condition of continual ringing in the ears. Most people find this condition disturbing and bothersome to the mind. In Ayurveda this is explained as an accumulation of excess Vata in the ear region. In my experience this is also due to the low male and female hormone level in both men and women. In my practice I treat tinnitus in two ways; one is to balance the Vata aggravation in the ears and the other is to prescribe hormone inducing herbal preparations.

Tinnitus can also be due to stress and an excessive workload, an environment that is too cold, iron deficiency in the body and dryness of the ear canal. It can also be seen in pre and post menopause and during menopause in women and during andropause in men.

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