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Loss of Smell and Taste for 6 Years
Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
Question #51221
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Loss of Smell and Taste for 6 Years - #51221

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Hi I'm 45 yrs old male, last 6 yrs I'm not able to smell any thing and no taste in mouth.plz tell me treatment for it.

How would you describe the severity of your loss of smell and taste?:

- Complete loss

Have you experienced any other symptoms along with the loss of smell and taste?:

- Nasal congestion

Have you had any previous treatments for this condition?:

- Yes, medication
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—According to Ayurveda, your loss of smell and taste happens because excess Kapha and blockage in the nasal passages affect the sensory nerves. Treatment focuses on clearing the channels and balancing Kapha through therapies like Nasya Therapy, herbal medicines, steam inhalation, and dietary changes. With proper treatment, the nasal passages and sensory function can gradually improve. —Rx: 1)Anu Taila – Nasya 2 drops in each nostril, morning daily. 2)Sitopaladi Churna 3 g with honey, twice daily after food. 3)Trikatu Churna 1 g with warm water, twice daily. 4)Haridra Khanda 1 tsp twice daily after meals. ----Advice: Steam inhalation with Ajwain once daily. Avoid cold, oily, and heavy foods. Prefer warm water and light diet.

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Hello I can understand your concern. As you have mentioned you are suffering with this since 6 years I will suggest you a treatment which will focus on -clearing the nasal chanels -Improves nerve function -Restores sensory perception AYURVEDIC TREATMENT APPROACH 1.NASYA THERAPY Nasya is the primary treatment for you And it gives very good results in disorder of nose, head and sense organs - Use Anu taila Put 2 drops in each nostrils every morning after gently massaging your face and mild steam inhalation This will help to clear kapha, nourish nasal nerves and gradually will improve perception of smell INTERNAL MEDICATION 1.Haridra khanda 1 tsp twice daily after food with warm water Helps reduce chronic inflammation 2.Trikatu churna 1/2 tsp with honey once daily after meals 3.ksheerbala capsule 1 capsule twice daily after food SOME HELPFUL HOME REMEDIES This will help to stimulate the perception of smell and taste receptors -Steam inhalation daily with ajwain or eucalyptus leaves once -Inhale the smell of clove, camphor or crushed mint leaves -Gargle with warm turmeric salt water once daily DIET AND LIFESTYLE to reduce kapha and further nasal block Have a warm freshly prepared food Use Ginger, black pepper and turmeric in cooking Light soups and herbal teas will be beneficial IMPORTANT As it is long standing case it is important to rule out other causes so ENT Evaluation will be beneficial Wishing you a good health 😊 Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Believe me Give me only 5 minute, 3 month back i cured same pt. In only one sitting of treatment 😇

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Anosmia Take Chitrakiharitaki lehyam 1tsp AF Laxmi vilas ras 1tab bd AF Vasvslehyam

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Avoid chilled, packed foods and bakery products. Regular exercise. Steam inhalation twice a day. Oro-T gargle twice a day. Tab Trikatu 2-0-2 Sy.Zymnet 15ml twice a day Follow up after 10 days.

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Hello, Do you have nasal congestion now also? By any chance do you have chronic sinusitis? In any case: 1. A course of treatment called nasyam will be very beneficial(you can get it done at a panchakarma set up at your place after meeting the doctor there) along with internal medications prescribed the attending doctor based on the ashtavidha pareeksha. Take care, Kind regards.

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Namaste, You mentioned that for the past 6 years you have complete loss of smell and taste along with nasal congestion. Since this problem is long-standing and complete, it needs proper evaluation. When smell is affected for many years, taste also feels absent because both are closely connected. As this has continued despite taking medications earlier, it is important to reassess the condition properly with an ENT specialist. If not done recently, detailed examination of the nasal passages is necessary to check for any chronic blockage or structural issue. For now, you may follow some simple supportive steps: Do daily mild steam inhalation with plain water. Avoid dust, cold exposure and refrigerated foods. Use warm saline water for gentle nasal cleansing if comfortable. Keep digestion light and avoid heavy, oily and very cold foods. Do not start strong nasal drops or oils without examination, especially in long-term cases. After 6 years, improvement depends on the exact cause and current condition of the nasal tissues and nerves. So instead of guessing, proper evaluation is essential. I recommend taking a detailed consultation so your history, previous treatments and current nasal condition can be assessed carefully. Based on that, a structured plan can be advised realistically.

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AAPKO JAL NETI KRNI CHAHIYE DAILY MORNING GUNGUNE PAANI ME THODA NAMAK DAAL KR EK NOSTRIL SE ANDER KRKE DUSRE SIDE SE BAHAR NIKALE AND MUST DO SIRODHARA AND KAWAL GANDUSHA WITH TRIPHALA /JTYADI KWATH NASYA WITH ANU TAIL 2-2 DROPS EACH NOSTRILS BD

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??Do’s:?? Eat freshly cooked food. Chew an inch of fresh ginger half an before meal. Eat only fruit vegetables. Limit dairy products (stop if possible) Include ragi millet, black eyed pea, rajgira, soya, tofu as vegetarian source of protein and egg as non vegetarian source ???Yoga??? Virabhadrasana Trikonasana Vrukshasan Prasavkonasan Bhujangasan Balasan Shavanasan ???Pranayam??? Anulom Vilom Bhastrika Kapalbhati ?Dont’s:? Sitting directly under a fan or right in front of the A.C Oily, spicy, processed food. Packed food products. Sour and fermented items. Bakery items. Fried food products. Potatoes. ??Medication?? Cap. Nelsin 2 caps twice a dya before food Tab. Mahavatvidhwans Ras 1 tab twice a day before food. Jal Neti dail early in the morning. Steam inhalation twice to thrice a day

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1.Sitopladi churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with honey 2.Trikatu churna 1/3 tsp twice daily with honey or warm water 3.Vyoshadi vati 1 tab twice daily with water 4.Haridra khand 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime 5.Anu taila- 2 drops in each nostril once in the morning Diet & Lifestyle— - Avoid: Cold, heavy, oily foods; excessive dairy; refrigerated items. - Include: Warm soups, spices like ginger, black pepper, ajwain; fresh fruits with natural aroma. Daily Routine: - Steam inhalation with tulsi or ajwain. - Gentle pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Bhramari). - Warm saline gargles for throat and nasal passage cleansing.

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This is likely due to long term vata and kapha imbalance affecting your nose and olfactory nerves Take Chitrakadi vati 1-0-1 Sithophaladi churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with honey Do steam inhalation Anu taila- pour 2 drops in each nostril Avoid cold refrigerated and heavy foods Practice pranayama meditation regularly

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For loss of taste and smell you take some medicines and some procedures you must follow 1.Haridra khanda 1 tsp after meal twice a daywithleukworm water haldi is natural antibacterial and antiinflammatory properties which will helps reduce chronic inflammation 2.Trikatu churna 1/2 tsp with honey after dinner 3.ksheerbala capsule 1 cap. twice day after meal

Steam inhalation daily with ajwain or eucalyptus leaves once Gargle with warm turmeric salt water once daily take methi water soaked over night boil and take empty stomach
do sheetali and sheetkari pranayam

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HELLO, Loss of smell and taste for 6 years with nasal congestion in a 45 year old male in Ayurveda is usually correlated with Ghrana nasha/gandha ajñāna (loss of smell) and Rasa aajñāna (loss of taste). This condition is often associated with kapha-vata dushti affecting prana vata and the nasal channels (pranavaha and rasavaha srotas),frequently linked with chronic sinusitis, nasal blockage, or long standing inflammation of nasal mucosa POSSIBLE PATHOGENESIS -Kapha accumulates in nose, sinuses, head -obstruction of prana vata -damage or dysfunction of olfactory receptors Associated condition -chronic rhinitis -chronic sinusitis -long standing allergy or infection For chronic cases like 6 years duration, purification therapies are important 1) NASYA Main treatment most important therapy for smell loss -ANU TAILA -2 drops in each nostril -morning empty stomach -for 45 days =clears sinus channels, improves nerve stimulation, restores smell sensation 2) STEAM INHALATION Daily steam add tulsi leaves, ajwain ,eucalyptus oil 1 drop -10 minutes daily =reduce kapha, open nasal channels INTERNAL MEDICATIONS 1)TRIBUVAN KIRTI RASA= 125 mg twice daily with honey after meals =Reduces Kapha, clears nasal passages 2) SITOPALADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp daily with honey after meals =reduces sinus inflammation, improves taste perception 3) TALISADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp twice daily with water water after meals =kapha vata pacifying, improves respiratory function 4) VYOSHADI VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =clears kapha, improves smell sensation 5) RASNADI KASHAYA= 15ml + equal water twice daily after meals =reduces chronic inflammation NASAL RECETOR STIMULATION Daily smell stimulation helps nerve recovery smell these substances gently twice daily -clove -cardamom -camphor -lemon peel -eucalyptus oil This technique helps regenerate olfactory nerve sensitivity DIET Avoid kapha aggravating factors AVOID -curd -cold drinks -ice cream -banana at night -fried food -excess dairy ADVICE -warm water -ginger tea -garlic in food -black pepper -turmeric milk LIFESTYLE -daily pranayam -anulom vilom -bhastrika -Jal neti saline nasal clenasing -adequate sleep -avoid dust and cold exposure HOME REMEDIES 1) MUSTARD OIL NASAL DROP -1 drop each nostril morning 2) TURMERIC + HONEY -1/2 tsp twice daily 3) GINGER JUICE + HONEY -1 tsp daily Because the condition is 6 years old, recovery may take time EXPECTED RESONSE -Improvement may begin in 4-8 weeks -Full recovery may take 3-6 months EARLY RESPONSE SIGNS -slight smell sensation -mild taste improvement -reduced nasal congestion DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU

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LOSS OF SMELL AND TASTE FOR SUCH A LONG PERIOD USUALLY HAPPENS WHEN THE OLFACTORY NERVES INSIDE THE NOSE OR THE NASAL MUCOSA REMAIN CHRONICALLY INFLAMED OR BLOCKED WHEN NASAL CONGESTION CONTINUES FOR YEARS THE AIR CARRYING SMELL MOLECULES DOES NOT REACH THE OLFACTORY RECEPTORS PROPERLY AND GRADUALLY THE NERVE RESPONSE BECOMES WEAK WHICH CAN LEAD TO COMPLETE LOSS OF SMELL AND REDUCTION OF TASTE CHRONIC SINUS CONGESTION NASAL POLYPS ALLERGIC RHINITIS PREVIOUS VIRAL INFECTIONS OR LONG STANDING MUCUS ACCUMULATION CAN ALL CONTRIBUTE TO THIS CONDITION WHEN THE NASAL PASSAGES REMAIN SWOLLEN OR FILLED WITH THICK MUCUS THE OLFACTORY AREA IN THE UPPER PART OF THE NOSE DOES NOT RECEIVE PROPER AIRFLOW AND THIS PREVENTS SMELL SIGNALS FROM REACHING THE BRAIN IN SUCH SITUATIONS THE MAIN FOCUS IS TO REDUCE NASAL INFLAMMATION CLEAR MUCUS FROM THE SINUSES AND SUPPORT NERVE FUNCTION SO THAT THE OLFACTORY PATHWAY CAN START RESPONDING AGAIN REGULAR STEAM INHALATION WITH PLAIN WATER OR WITH A SMALL PINCH OF TURMERIC CAN HELP LOOSEN MUCUS AND IMPROVE SINUS DRAINAGE SALINE NASAL RINSING ONCE DAILY CAN ALSO HELP CLEAR THE NASAL PASSAGES AND REDUCE CHRONIC CONGESTION ANU TAILA TWO DROPS IN EACH NOSTRIL IN THE MORNING AFTER STEAM INHALATION TRIKATU CHURNA ONE GRAM TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD WITH WARM WATER TO HELP REDUCE MUCUS AND IMPROVE SINUS CLEARANCE CHYAWANPRASH ONE TEASPOON IN THE MORNING WITH WARM WATER OR MILK TO SUPPORT RESPIRATORY AND IMMUNE FUNCTION AVOID COLD FOOD REFRIGERATED ITEMS EXCESS CURD AT NIGHT AND HEAVY SWEETS BECAUSE THEY CAN INCREASE NASAL MUCUS AND CONGESTION REGULAR WALKING BREATHING EXERCISES AND KEEPING THE SINUSES CLEAR CAN ALSO SUPPORT RECOVERY OF OLFACTORY FUNCTION OVER TIME IN MANY PEOPLE WHEN NASAL INFLAMMATION AND MUCUS REDUCE THE SENSE OF SMELL AND TASTE CAN START RETURNING GRADUALLY EVEN AFTER LONG DURATION OF LOSS HOWEVER SINUS AND NASAL STRUCTURE SHOULD ALSO BE EVALUATED BY AN ENT SPECIALIST IF NOT ALREADY DONE TO RULE OUT POLYPS OR CHRONIC SINUS BLOCKAGE

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