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Seeking Relief from Post-Nasal Drip and Digestive Issues
Respiratory Disorders
Question #51965
20 days ago
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Seeking Relief from Post-Nasal Drip and Digestive Issues - #51965

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Hello, I have been suffering from post-nasal drip for a long time. A sticky phlegm constantly accumulates in my throat, and I have to cough it out frequently. Throughout the day, a transparent mucus keeps forming in my throat. In addition, I experience bloating after eating almost any food. Consuming sweets creates a sour taste in my mouth, and even mildly spicy food tends to aggravate my system, so I avoid it. My bowel movements are regular, but I usually need to visit the toilet two to three times a day. In the morning, after waking up, I notice a thin white coating on my tongue along with phlegm accumulation in my throat. My main concern is that this phlegm causes an unpleasant odor in my mouth. So, I need a remedy which will heal my vata and kapha and pitta.

How long have you been experiencing post-nasal drip?:

- More than 6 months

What triggers the accumulation of phlegm for you?:

- Certain foods

How would you describe your appetite?:

- Good, but selective
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1. Dadimashtak churna 5 gm twice a day with water. 2. Bilva churna 3 gm twice a day with water. These symptoms indicates ajeerna, means incomplete digestion.your cotted tongue indiactes aam dosha in your body. What to follow - buttermilk with saindhav , take yavagu of rice, your time of lunch and dinner should be fixed. Not to do - avoid spicy and fast food, don’t eat if you don’t have appetite.

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Take Sitopaladi + honey (2 times) Talisadi + honey (2 times) Avipattikar churna 1tsp with lukewarm water Do Warm water morning Jeera + ajwain after food

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20 days ago

Thanks Doctor, for your prompt response. In the past I have tried sitopaladi churna. some ingredients in that medicine viz. pippali trigger my pitta. Also, I have observed that honey triggers my pitta. Also, maricha , shunthi, cardamom included in ‘Talisadi churna’ triggers my pitta. Avipattikar churna. I have tried. it works well with me. So, Sitopaladi and Talisadi may not work well with me. As it will trigger my sensitive pitta.

Then laxmi Vilas ras 1tab bd af haridhrakhad 1tab bd af

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Avoid chilled, dairy and bakery products. Steam inhalation twice a day. Regular exercise. Use boiled water for drinking. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Bresol 2-0-2 Tab.Septillin 2-0-2 Follow up after 2 weeks.

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20 days ago

Thanks Doctor, for your prompt reply. I hope ‘Bresol’ and ‘Septillin’ won’t trigger my pitta. Thanks, once again for your generosity. God’s peace be with you.

✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Millet roti Buttermilk (daily include in your meal) Moong dal (green and yellow both are ok) All fruit vegetables Leafy vegetables (except methi and dil) 🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️ bhujangasana dhanurasana ardha matsyendrasana paschimottanasana halasana sarvangasana 🧘‍♀️ Pranayam : 🧘‍♀️ anulom vilom bhramari bhasrika kapalbhati ❌ Donot’s: ❌ Tea Coffee Addictions Dals (except moong) Sour Packed food Processed food Achar (pickles) Papad Fried food Avoid dairy completely Non veg products 💊 Medication: 💊 Chitrak Haritaki Avleham 1 tsp early in the morning Tab. Agnitundi Vati 1 tab twice a day before food. Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Cap. Nelsin 2 caps twice a day before food. Syp. Kanakasav 2 tsp thrice a day after food. Bhaskar Lavan + Avipattikar Churna Half tsp both mixed together as first bolus of meal Tab. Gandharva Haritaki 2 tabs at night with one glass hot water. Oro T gargles Gargle 3-4 times a day half an hour before consuming anything

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20 days ago

Thank you, Doctor, for your prompt reply. Thank you, for your detailed list and careful instructions. God’s peace be with you.

Hello I appreciate that you have mentioned your condition very nicely With such detailed queries we actually get a clear picture of your concern which greatly helps to curate a best plan for you ▪️My Understanding Your main root cause is -Weak digestive power -leading to ama accumulation or toxin formation -kapha accumulation ▪️your treatment should be able to -improve your digestive fire -eliminate excessive kapha -removing toxins ▪️Internal Medication 1.Sitopaladi churna +Talisadi churna 1/2 tsp each with honey thrice a day after food 2.Avipathikar churna 1/2 tsp at bed time 3 Hinguvachadi gulika 1 tablet before lunch ▪️Some of the important home remedies -Gandusha (oil pulling therapy) Do daily morning oil pulling with lukewarm sesame or coconut oil -Drink only warm water throught out the day -Steam inhalation with warm water ▪️Diet Have warm light easily digestible food Light khichadi Moong dal soups Cooked vegetables Avoid Icecreams, curds Sweets Fried items ▪️Note White coating on tongue indictes presence of ama (toxins) As digestion Improves it will gradually improve Wishing you a good health 😊 Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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20 days ago

Thank you, Doctor, for your prompt reply. I appreciate your sincere compliment for my detailed description. I thought it will take a long time for my query to be answered. But I am surprised by all the prompt replies I have received from most of the doctors here. I feel really grateful to all the doctors here. You were right in saying that my digestive fire is weak and I need a remedy that will cater to improve my digestive fire, remove toxins and remove excess kapha. I have been already following most of the recommendations listed by you viz. avoiding dairy products etc. And yes, I drink warm water throughout the day. As I am sensitive to ushna ingredients in some of the medicines recommended by you viz. Talisadi. I hope that doesn’t trigger my pitta. I thank you, once again for taking time to reply to my query. God’s peace be with you.

1.Sitopladi churna 1 tsp twice daily with honey 2.Agastaya haritaki 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 3.Haridra khand 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime 4.Hingwashtak churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm water before meals 5.Anu taila 2 drops in each nostril once in the morning Diet Tips– - Avoid: Cold drinks, curd, sweets, fried food, excess spices. - Include: Warm, light meals; moong dal khichdi; cooked vegetables; ginger tea; cumin-fennel water. Lifestyle Tips— - Gargle: Warm water + pinch of turmeric + salt. - Yoga: Kapalabhati (gentle), Anulom Vilom, Bhramari for sinus & throat. - Routine: Early dinner, avoid late-night eating.

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20 days ago

Thank you, Doctor, for your prompt response. I thank you, for taking time to answer my query. I’ll surely consider your recommendation. I am already following some of your listed recommendations — concerning the food and drinks. God’s peace be with you.

Namaste, Your symptoms of post-nasal drip, sticky phlegm, bloating, and sour taste suggest a mix of kapha (mucus) accumulation and weak digestion. Simple measures that may help: Avoid sweets, cold foods, dairy, and very heavy meals, as they increase mucus. Prefer warm, light, and freshly cooked food. Sip warm water throughout the day to reduce phlegm. Do steam inhalation once daily to help clear nasal passages. Use warm salt water gargling to reduce throat mucus and odor. Avoid eating late at night and keep a gap of 2–3 hours before sleep. Add mild spices like ginger, black pepper, and cumin to improve digestion. Your white tongue coating and bloating indicate ama (undigested toxins), so improving digestion is key. Ayurvedic medicines sometimes used to support this condition include: Sitopaladi Churna – traditionally used to support respiratory health and reduce phlegm. Avipattikar Churna – sometimes used to support digestion and reduce acidity. Consult me for more advice and suggestions on the above medicines.

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20 days ago

Thank you, Doctor, for your prompt response. Thank you, for your careful instructions. God’s peace be with you.

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