How can I treat my sore throat and lymph node issue? - #41494

Take Laxmi vilas ras 1tab bd, kanchanara Guggulu 1tab bd, Yogendra ras 1tab od, Amrithkalash 1tsp enough u ll get relief

HI Tanya,

U must go through Biopsy

A non-necrotic paratracheal lymph node is a lymph node near the windpipe (trachea) that shows signs of being active but without tissue death (necrosis). These lymph nodes can become enlarged due to various reasons, such as infections, sarcoidosis, or cancer.

so must go through BIOPSY and visit offline to a specialist.

Treatment- 1) Guduchi (Giloy) Satva: 500 mg twice daily for immune modulation and inflammation reduction. 2) Triphala Kwath: 20 ml twice daily to cleanse and detoxify. 3) Kanchnar guguulu 2 tab after crush twice a day with luke warm water 4) Sitopladi churn 1 tsf with honey in morning

Herbal Teas and Decoctions:-

Turmeric milk (Golden Milk):-Mix 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder and a pinch of black pepper into a cup of warm milk and drink before bed for anti-inflammatory and antiseptic benefits.

Ginger, Honey, and Tulsi (Holy Basil) Tea: Boil a few slices of fresh ginger and some tulsi leaves in water, steep, strain, and add honey. This helps reduce inflammation and boost immunity.

Licorice Root (Yashtimadhu): Chew on a small piece of the dried root or boil it in water to make a soothing tea that coats the throat and reduces irritation.

Gargling: Salt Water Gargle: Dissolve 1/2 tsp of salt in a glass of warm water and gargle several times a day to reduce swelling and clear mucus. Turmeric and Salt Gargle: Add 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder and a pinch of salt to warm water for enhanced anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties.

1.Sitopladi churna 1 tsp + Tallisadi churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with honey 2.Tulsi tablets 1 tab twice daily with warm water after meLs 3.Yashtimadhu churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with honey or warm water 4.Haldi churna 1/4 tsp with warm milk once daily

🧘‍♂️ Supportive Therapies - Saltwater gargle: 2–3 times daily with warm water and a pinch of turmeric. - Steam inhalation: With Tulsi or Pudina leaves, once daily. - Avoid cold, dry, or spicy foods; favor warm, soft, and lightly spiced meals.

Warm Regards Dr.Anjali Sehrawat

Follow some simple lifestyle changes and dietary changes and you will see results for your problem.

✔️Do’s✔️ Eat freshly cooked food. Drink warm water. Lunch and dinner on fixed timings. 100 steps after every meal. If possible dinner as early as 7-8 pm.

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️ 1. Pawanmuktasana 2. Bhujangasana 3. Dhanurasana 4. Paschimottanasana 5. Ardha Matsyendrasana 6. Vajrasana 7. Supta Matsyendrasana

🧘‍♀️ Pranayam: 🧘‍♀️ 1. Bhramari 2.Bhasrika 3.Kapalbhati 4.Jyoti Tratak 5. Anulom Vilom

❌Don’ts:❌ Packed and processed food. Ready to eat items. Oily and spicy food. Sour and fermented products. Dals (only moong dal can be eaten) Besan Raw vegetables and sprouts Curd Reduce dairy intake.

💊Medication 💊

Cap. Nelsin 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Sanjivani Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food

Sitopaladi churna + honey 4-5 times a day

Oro T gargles Use it 3-4 times a day

SWASARI VATI CURCUMIN GOLD =1-1 TAB BEFORE MEAL TWICE DAILY

KANCHNAR GHAN VATI PUNARNAWADI MANDOOR=2-2 TAB AFTER MEAL TWICE DAILY

AVOID CHILLED SOUR FOOD PRODUCTS

REGULAR DO= SIMHASAN/BHRAMRI/UDGEETH

Internal Medicines 1 Sitopaladi Churna: 2 gm + 1 tsp honey 3x daily. 2 Lakshmivilas Ras: 1 tab twice daily with warm water. 3 Kanchanara Guggulu: 2 tab twice daily after meals. 4 Yashtimadhu Churna: 1 gm night with warm milk.

External Applications 1 Gargle: Triphala + Yashtimadhu water (1 tsp each in 200 ml warm water) → 3x daily. 2 Neck Pack: Warm Dashamoola Lepa → apply around throat → 20 min → nightly.

Diet Give only: Warm soups (moong + ginger). Turmeric milk nightly. Pomegranate, tulsi tea.

Avoid completely: Cold drinks, spicy, sour food. Talking loudly.

Lifestyle Steam inhalation with tulsi + ajwain 10 min nightly. Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM (head elevated).

Repeat CT: After 15 days if node >1 cm.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

Start with Kanchanar guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Vriddhivadhika vati 1-0-1 after food with water. Both these medicines will help reduce lymph node. Yastimadhu churan 1tsp+ sitopaladi churan 1tsp mix with honey and take take twice daily. Warm water Gargle with pinch of turmeric powder. Do Nasya with Anu tel 2drops in both nostril once daily. Avoid citrus fruits cold drink icecream, fried foods.

Start on Mulethi churna 1/2 tsp with warm water once daily Giloy tablet 1-0-1 Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1 Lakshmi vilasa Ras 1–0-1 Sithophaladi churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with honey Do salt water garling Drink turmeric milk

Hello Tania, Thank you for explaining your condition in detail. Your recent sore throat and the presence of a non-necrotic paratracheal lymph node on CT scan suggest an acute upper respiratory infection, most likely viral, leading to reactive lymphadenopathy. Since your symptoms are mild and of less than one week duration, the aim of treatment will be to reduce throat inflammation, support immunity, clear infection, and allow the lymph node to return to its normal size naturally.

🔎 Recommended Investigations CBC (Complete Blood Count) – to check for bacterial infection or raised lymphocytes. CRP (C-Reactive Protein) – helps assess inflammation level. Throat swab (optional) – if symptoms persist >1 week or worsen. Vitamin D3 & B12 – deficiencies can reduce immunity. Repeat scan ONLY if symptoms persist beyond 4–6 weeks.

Internal medicines:(phase 1 - First 4 weeks) 1.Yashtimadhu (Licorice) churna – ½ tsp with honey twice daily. 2.Sitopaladi churna – 1 tsp with honey twice daily (reduces throat irritation). 3.Kanchanar Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after food (supports lymphatic health). 4.Tulsi + Ginger + Black pepper decoction – once or twice daily.

Phase 2 – 2–4 weeks (Lymph Node Recovery & Immunity Building) 1.Chyawanprash – 1 tsp every morning. 2.Giloy (Guduchi) tablets – 1 tablet twice daily (immune-regulating). 3.Ashwagandha tablets – 1 tablet at bedtime (restoration & stress reduction). 4.Vitamin D3 (once weekly) – only if found low in tests.

Most reactive lymph nodes return to normal within 2–6 weeks. 🌿 External & Supportive Therapies 1.Warm compress on the neck for 10 minutes twice a day – reduces swelling. 2.Steam inhalation with plain water (or a pinch of ajwain) – once daily. 3.Gentle neck massage with warm sesame oil – improves lymphatic drainage. 4.Adequate hydration – warm water every 2–3 hours.

🥗 Diet & Lifestyle Recommendations ❌ Avoid: Cold drinks, ice creams, or refrigerated foods. Sour foods (curd, tomatoes, tamarind) until throat settles. Smoking or exposure to cold air. Overuse of voice. ✅ Include: Warm soups, khichdi, dal, and steamed vegetables. Turmeric milk at night. Herbal teas – tulsi, ginger, cinnamon, mulethi. 1–2 tsp honey per day (not for diabetics). Warm water throughout the day. 🧘🏻‍♀️ Breathing Exercises (Light & Safe) Anulom Vilom – 5 minutes twice daily. Bhramari – calms throat muscles & reduces strain. Avoid vigorous or forceful pranayama until throat fully heals. 🕉️ Follow-up & Duration Mostly sore throats recover in 3–7 days. Reactive lymph nodes usually return to normal in 2–6 weeks. Repeat imaging is needed only if swelling persists or increases. Your condition is mild and should improve well with consistent care. ✨ With gentle supportive treatment, warm diet, and proper immune boosting, your throat and lymph node will settle naturally. Healing is quick in such reactive conditions, especially with early care. With kind regards, Dr. Sumi

HELLO,

MANAGEMENT PLAN

1) DIET AND LIFESTYLE

DO -warm water only for drinking -soft, easy to digest foods-khichri, dal,warm rice, gruel -take steam inhalation with tulsi - twice daily -adequate rest

AVOID -cold foods/drinks, curd, ice cream -spicy, oily, junk foods -excess talking, strain on throat

These help reduce sore throat, inflammation and reactive lymph node swelling

-YASHTI MADHU= 1/2 tsp churna mixed with warm water twice daily =excellent for throat soothing and reducing inflammation

-TURMERIC= 1/2 tsp in warm milk with a pinch of black pepper at bedtime

-TULSI LEAVES= chew 4-5 fresh leaves -OR boil leaves in water and sip throughout the day

-DRY GINGER POWDER = 1/4 tsp in warm water after meals =helps reduce swelling and improves throat confort

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) SHITOPALADI CHURNA+ TALISADI CHURNA= 1 tsp with honey twice daily =reduces throat irritation, and cough tendency

2) KANTH SUDHARAK VATI= 3-4 per day suck it, don’t take it with water =instant throat relief

3) AMRITARISHTA= 25 ml + equal water after meals =helps in reducing lymph node swelling

GARGLES= DO 2-3 TIMES A DAY

SALT + TURMERIC GARGLE= 1 cup warm water, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp turmeric

EXTERNAL APPLICATION -HARIDRA + GUDUCHI PASTE= apply warm paste over the swollen lymph node area 15-20 min =helps reduce reactive swelling do once daily

WHEN DOES LYMPH NODE RETURN TO NORMAL? -Reactive non necrotic lymph node often shrink within 2-4 weeks, after throat inflammation resolves

IMPORTANT -A no necrotic lymph node usually indicates a mild infection or inflammation- typically NOT dangerous

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

TAKE KANCHNAR GUGULU 2 TDS TAKE CHANDRAPRABHAVATI 2 TDS TAKE GUDUCHI 2 BD

Sore throats and lymph node swellings can be linked to various causes, and in Ayurveda, we often look at balancing doshas to address the root causes. Based on your symptoms, you might have an underlying Kapha or Pitta imbalance contributing to your condition. To manage a sore throat and help reduce lymph node issues, you could consider a few Ayurvedic principles along with medical advice.

First, turmeric is highly regarded in Ayurveda for its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. Try adding a half teaspoon of turmeric powder to a warm glass of milk, drinking this nightly can be beneficial. To further enhance turmeric’s effect, adding a pinch of black pepper could improve its absorption in your body.

Another aspect to focus on is your diet. Incorporate warming, easily digestible foods to help maintain a strong Agni (digestive fire) which in turn supports your immune system. Include ginger and cloves in your meals; these spices can help reduce inflammation and improve immunity function.

Triphala, a traditional herbal remedy, may also serve you, as it’s known for its cleansing properties and can be taken regularly to support lymphatic system. You might want to take a teaspoon mixed in warm water before bedtime.

While these recommendations can help, make sure to stay hydrated and try gargling with lukewarm water mixed with salt and a pinch of turmeric twice daily. Avoid cold foods and beverages that might aggravate your throat condition.

Since you’ve identified changes in your lymph nodes via CT scan, it’s important to follow up with a healthcare professional who can provide appropriate advice or necessary treatments. Ayurvedic remedies can support your treatment, but they should complement, not replace, medical advice especially with lymph node concerns.

Having a sore throat in combination with a non-necrotic paratracheal lymph node, as seen in your CT scan, could suggest an underlying imbalance in your body that needs to be addressed. In the Siddha-Ayurvedic tradition, we would consider this an indication of an imbalance potentially involving the kapha and pitta doshas, which might be affecting the lymphatic system (rasa dhatu) and the immune response.

Firstly, focus on dietary modifications to pacify excess kapha and pitta. Avoid dairy products, cold foods and drinks, as they may aggravate kapha. Incorporate warm, light, and easily digestible foods like moong dal soup, which help to balance kapha without provoking pitta. A pinch of turmeric and black pepper added to your meals can help enhance its anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in soothing the throat and reducing lymph node swelling.

Herbal formulations like trikatu churna (a blend of ginger, black pepper, and long pepper) can be taken 1/4 tsp with honey twice daily before meals. This aids in stimulating agni and clearing respiratory passage due to its warming properties. Turmeric milk taken before bedtime may also be beneficial for soothing the throat and boosting immunity.

Ensure adequate hydration with warm water throughout the day to maintain the fluidity of lymphatic circulation. Additionally, practicing pranayama like bhramari (humming bee breath) can assist in reducing throat inflammation and creating a calming effect.

If you have mild symptoms but they persist or worsen, or if other symptoms develop, it’s important to consult with a healthcare provider to rule out any underlying conditions that might need further medical attention. Balancing therapies should always go hand-in-hand with appropriate medical supervision when required. Avoid making any radical changes without professional advice, especially concerning herbal supplements if you are on any other medication.