Sinusitis - #18892
I had pulmonary TB 2 years back; I came over that long ago, but post that, I have been getting nasal blockage and sneezing issues very often whenever I take cool items. I avoided junk food and cool drinks, but although it is getting problematic, whenever I go to a doctor, one doctor says it's asthma, another doctor says it's sinusitis, and another Ayurvedic doctor says it's allergic rhinitis. I have done the TB tests many times, and they are only negative, but I have weak lung capacity, making me cry and sick.
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Hi there. Sinusitis is common problem but is not a major one. It’s a type of disease where one can never be 100% cured just like hypertension or diabetes. There are medications and home remedies which you will benefit to the most relief. Here are some of them
1. Steam inhalation with karbol plus capsules mixed with any eucalyptus oil at night (substitute for nasal sprays) 2. Follow the steam inhalation with 2 drops of anu taila in both your nostrils
Follow these 2 procedures at home twice daily. You will get better relief from tablets and powder medicaments
As for diet, avoid cold, slimy foods. Whenever you wonder outside, be careful to wear a mask as this season is full of dry winds with dust.
Hope this helps
Hi, Since when did you start experiencing nasal blockage and sneezing after TB recovery? Do you also feel breathlessness, wheezing, or postnasal drip? Your symptoms suggest an imbalance of Vata-Kapha dosha affecting the respiratory tract. The weakened lung capacity indicates Shwasa Roga (respiratory weakness) due to residual Kapha accumulation.
You can take these medications for a month and come back later- Sitopaladi Churna – 1 tsp with honey twice daily for congestion and lung strength. (Morning empty stomach, night after meals) Haridra Khand – 1 tsp with honey at bedtime to reduce allergy sensitivity. Tab lakshmivilas 1-0-1 after food with honey.
Avoid cold foods, dairy, and excess sweets that increase Kapha. Steam inhalation with Ajwain or Tulsi leaves for nasal relief. Practice Anulom Vilom & Bhastrika Pranayama to improve lung capacity.
I would want to know more about your current lifestyle and health habits. Do you experience any difficulty breathing or tightness in the chest, especially during physical activity or at night? How is your overall digestion and energy level? Are you experiencing any chronic cough, mucus production, or wheezing? Also, how does your environment (temperature, humidity, pollution) affect your symptoms?
It sounds like you’ve been on quite a journey with your health. Different diagnoses from different doctors can be confusing, but let’s try to make sense of it from an Ayurvedic perspective. First, your history of pulmonary TB may have left some impact, making your respiratory system a bit more sensitive or reactive now. The nasal blockage, sneezing, and discomfort when encountering cool items might indicate an imbalance in your Kapha dosha, which governs the water and earth elements in the body.
When it comes to those persistent symptoms, especially the nasal issues, Ayurvedic texts often link them with kapha and vata imbalances. Cold items and foods can increase Kapha, leading to more congestion. In your daily routine, you might want to start with some simple Nasya therapy — which involves instilling a few drops of warm, medicated oil like Anu tailam in your nostrils every morning. This can help clear the sinuses, and keep them lubricated, reducing blockages and irritations.
Dietwise, keep to warm, light foods; spicy teas with ginger, cumin, and a pinch of black pepper can boost your agni, the digestive fire, and are good at combating excess kapha. Avoid dairy for a bit, as it can increase mucus production. Also, steamed veggies and warm soups could be your best friends right now.
Breathing exercises like Pranayama can also be very beneficial, gradually strengthening your lung capacity. Try starting with simple techniques like Anulom Vilom and Kapalbhati, but do it gently, especially if you’re feeling weak.
But hey, don’t completely sideline the possibility of seeing a respiratory or allergy specialist either; they could offer additional insights or treatment options. You don’t have to pick one or the other, blending the best of both can often provide better relief!! Keep a journal of your symptoms too—see if anything specific triggers or helps. Remember, consistency is key in Ayurveda, so be patient as the improvements can take some time. Meanwhile, try not to stress too much, as that doesn’t help the body’s healing energies.

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