I’m Really Sorry You’re Facing This At 26 age with 3-year headaches and MRI showing a 26 mm pineal cyst + 11 mm pineocytoma, I get the worry. The cyst is large but often benign and can shrink on its own; the pineocytoma is slow-growing, low-grade. You’re not in immediate danger if stable, and surgery is tricky due to location. Watchful waiting or targeted radiation are common options.
Next Step you can do is take a Second opinion from a pineal tumor specialist or Neurosurgeon and repeat MRI in 3-6 months, Also get eye exam done for fluid buildup.
Meanwhile you can follow this Supportive Ayurvedic treatment - 1. Brahmi Tablets – 1 (250 mg) twice daily after meals. 2. Sutshekhar Ras – 1 (125 mg) twice daily after meals. 3. Kanchnar Guggulu – 2 tablet twice daily after meals. 4. Saraswatarishta – 15 ml + water, twice daily after meals.
External: Shirodhara (Brahmi oil) 3 times a week.
Diet: Pomegranate, ghee, almond milk; avoid spicy/sour/caffeine.
Lifestyle advice 10-min Anulom Vilom, 7-8 hrs sleep, headache journal. You’re young and many manage this well with monitoring. Stay strong!
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Take vriddhi vatika vati 1tab, Kanchanara Guggulu 1tab bd, varanadhi kashayam 20ml bd, canconil 1tab bd enough
Hello I completely understand your concern having a pineal cyst and pineocytoma can feel very worrisome, especially when surgery seems risky. But don’t worry we are here to help you out😊
✅Few things to be kept in mind
A pineal cyst is usually benign and often found incidentally, while a pineocytoma is a slow-growing tumor of the pineal gland.
In some cases, small cysts may reduce in size or remain stable with time.
However, pineocytoma does not shrink spontaneously — it requires close monitoring.
Surgery is considered when there are neurological symptoms (headache, vision changes, hydrocephalus). Since your cyst and tumor are located deep in the brain, surgical removal indeed carries risks, so a careful, monitored approach under a neurosurgeon’s supervision is necessary.
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
✅INTERNAL MEDICATION
1 Kanchanara Guggulu 1-0-1 after food – helps in reducing glandular swelling and abnormal tissue growth.
2 Saraswatarishta 30ML-0-30ML after food – supports brain function and reduces headache and anxiety.
3 Varunadi ghritham 1 tsp with guggulu panchapalam choornam 1 tsp mix and take in morning empty stomach followed by warm water ( prevents further growth of cyst)
4 Ashwagandha Churna (½ tsp with warm milk at bedtime) – for strength and stress reduction.
✅DIET AND LIFESTYLE
Follow a light, Kapha–Pitta balancing diet: warm soups, barley, moong dal, and vegetables.
Avoid: milk sweets, fried foods, excess cheese, cold drinks, and heavy dinners.
Practice gentle Pranayama – Anulom Vilom, Bhramari, and Om chanting daily to relieve pressure and tension.
Maintain regular sleep, avoid screen exposure at night, and keep stress minimal.
⚠️ Important Note
Continue MRI follow-ups every 6–12 months to monitor changes in cyst or tumor size.
If you develop symptoms like vomiting, double vision, or loss of balance, seek urgent neurological care.
With careful monitoring and Ayurvedic support for overall brain and nerve balance, your condition can remain stable, and symptoms like headache and anxiety can significantly improve. The goal is to prevent progression, support your nervous system, and maintain mental calmness.
Wishing you a good health😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
See dear, with medicatiin also फेवर
Light, warm, and easily digestible foods
Fresh vegetables, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, ash gourd, moong dal
Cow’s ghee (1 tsp daily)
Turmeric, cumin, coriander, fennel
Coconut water, amla juice (for Pitta cooling)
❌ Avoid:
Heavy, oily, fried foods
Dairy in excess
Red meat, alcohol, smoking
Late-night eating and irregular sleep
4. Lifestyle & Yogic Support
Brahmi pranayama and Anulom-Vilom – to calm the pineal–pituitary axis
Shavasana for deep relaxation
Avoid bright screens or light at night – to support natural melatonin rhythm
Maintain 7–8 hours of sleep, regular meals, and avoid stress overload
1.Kanchnar guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water 2.Vridhivadhika vati 2 tab twice daily with water 3.Brahmi ghrita 1 tsp at bedtime with warm milk 4.Shadbindu taila-2 drops in each nostril twice daily
Diet and Lifestyle - Avoid stimulants (coffee, processed sugar). - Favor warm, nourishing foods (soups, ghee, cooked vegetables). - Gentle yoga and meditation (especially Yoga Nidra) can help regulate intracranial pressure and improve circulation.
Hello Cyst and pineocytoma if not increasing in size and you are not facing any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness,… Then you can be relaxed, Meanwhile continue ayurvedic medicine and compare report after 4-5 month. If size of cyst is reducing you can continue ayurvedic medicine. Start with Kanchanar guggul 1-0-1 after food with water, help to reduce cyst size. Vriddhivadhika vati 1-0-1 after food with water Brahmi cap. 1-0-1 after food with water Do Nasya with Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril once daily Light pranayam like lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins daily twice Be relaxed and stress free.
Pineal cysts and pineocytomas require careful assessment from a medical professional specializing in neurosurgery due to their location in the brain. It’s critical to understand that anything in this area can be complex. Normally, a pineal cyst might not cause symptoms or require treatment, though in some cases, monitoring is suggested if it’s asymptomatic.
Given the measured sizes of your cyst and tumor, consulting with a neurosurgeon for an in-depth evaluation of surgical options and risks is essential. The size and potential growth can increase intracranial pressure, leading to exacerbated symptoms, which sometimes necessitates intervention.
From an Ayurvedic perspective, however, there are ways to support overall well-being and potentially assist in managing symptoms, although they are not substitutes for conventional medical treatments. Focus on balancing doshas, particularly Vata, as it relates to nervous system health.
Begin by maintaining a balanced diet that’s grounding and nourishing. Include freshly cooked meals with warming spices like ginger, black pepper, and turmeric to support agni. Foods such as almond milk, ghee, and ripe fruits can be beneficial, alongside avoiding excessively cold or stale foods that may irritate Vata.
Daily practices like abhyanga (self-oil massage) with sesame oil and meditation can help reduce stress and promote resilience. Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) may be helpful for brain health, but please consult with both an Ayurvedic and conventional practitioner before introducing new herbs.
Remember, this guidance should accompany professional medical consultations and not replace urgent or necessary interventions. Regular check-ups with your neurologist or surgeon are crucial to monitor your condition.
Pineal cysts and pineocytas or both in the pen gland, yours being 26 mm and 11 mm is notable, but not always dangerous if they remain stable of growing or tightly shrink on their own and doctors usually monitor them with MRI every 6 to 12 months if there is no pressure on nearby brain tissue, the main warning science, needing urgent review or worsening headache, double Vision, vomiting or balance problems which could mean rising pressure inside the skull. If none of these appear and your scan stay unchained observation is often safe since surgery in that region is very delicate. There is no reliable medicine or herbal remedy that can show them but supporting overall brain health with good study, sleep, light exercise and anti-inflammatory foods can help your system better. Always keep regular follow-up with a neurosurgeon and repeat imaging to ensure the cyst and tumour stay stable
A pineal cyst and pineocytoma, due to their location and potential impact on neural functions, require careful consideration. While the shrinkage naturally of such formations through Siddha-Ayurvedic techniques isn’t typically documented, supporting your overall health and balance through traditional practices can be beneficial. Always prioritize conventional medical advice for these serious conditions.
In terms of complementary Ayurveda strategies that might help manage your symptoms and improve your well-being— focus on pacifying the Vata dosha, as imbalance here can exacerbate nervous tension and headaches. Including herbs like Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) known for its neuroprotective properties and improve wellness. It can be taken as a powder mixed with warm milk or ghee, once in the morning on an empty stomach. Also, incorporating Ashwagandha, twice daily, can stabilize Vata and support your body against stress.
From a dietary perspective, emphasize warm, nourishing foods like soupy rice porridge or kitchari, which are gentle on digestion and supportive to all doshas. Avoid Vata-aggravating foods such as caffeinated drinks, cold meals, and processed snacks, as these could exacerbate headaches or feelings of anxiety. Abhyanga, or self-massage with warm sesame oil, before your bath can be grounding for your energy channels.
However, given the complexity and potential seriousness of your condition, continual engagement with a medical professional for monitoring and safety is critical. Urgently, if symptoms worsen or you notice changes like altered vision or balance, further medical assessment might be necessary. Do not compromise immediate care.
Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1 Brahmi vati 1-0-1 Manasamitra vatikam 1-0-1 Shankapuspi syrup 10-0-10 ml
HELLO,
In Ayurveda such condition relate to kapha vata dushti The aim is to -reduce kapha (mucos, fluid accumulation) causing cystic formation -pacify vata (which governs the nervous system and pain) -support brain tissue and improve cerebrospinal circulation
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
1) DIET AND LIFESTYLE -light, warm, easily digestible food- khichdi, green moong dal soup, vegetable broth -Avoid=dairy exces, fried foods, cold drinks, pepper , tulsi, cumin, coriander -stay hydrated, with warm water -sleep well 10 pm- 6 am -gentle yoga =anulom vilom, bhramari, shashankasana AVOID= stress, late nights, screen strain
2) DETOX THERAPIES
NASYA KARMA= instill 2 drops of shad Bindu taila In each nostril daily morning =helps clear head channels, improve circulation to pineal area
3) INTERNALLY
-BRAHMI VATI= 2 tabs at night =enhances neutral repair, relaxes mind
-KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals = reduces ccycstic growths and glandular swelling
-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily =neuroprotective,reduces anxiety and fatigue
-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals =kapha pitta clearing
-TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water after dinner =supports detox, and digestion
SUPPOTIVE THERAPIES
MEDITATION AND PRANAYAM DAILY= improve melatonin rhythm , mental clarity
SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE (MORNING)= Balances circadian rhythm and supports pineal function
HEAD MASSAGE with Brahmi taila 2-3 times/week- relieves pressure and improves circulation
IMPORTANT -Some pineal cysts shrink or stabilize naturally if benign -Regular MRI follow up every 6-12 months is crucial -If symptoms headache, vision changes, vomiting, balance issues ) worsen - immediate medical attention is needed -Ayurveda can support regression, reduce inflamamtion,and immprove quality of life, but must go hand in hand with modern care
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
