Deviated septum
Deviated septum from the point of view of Ayurveda
A deviated septum occurs when your nasal septum is significantly displaced to one side, making one nasal air passage smaller than the other.
The thin wall between the nostrils is made of cartilage and bone, and is called the septum. When this is off-center or crooked, it is called a deviated septum.
A deviated septum may be present at birth, may become crooked during growth, or may be caused by injury to the nose and face.
A deviated septum often does not have any symptoms, but some symptoms include; difficulty breathing through the nose, nasal congestion, sinus infections, nosebleeds, nose drips, sleep problems, headaches
In Alternative medicine system - Ayurveda, treatments include - different therapies, diet and lifestyle changes, internal and external medication.
HOW AYURVEDIC DOCTORS TREAT DEVIATED SEPTUM
There are traditional Ayurvedic techniques to treat a deviated septum. In Ayurveda, performing the Panchakarma therapy reduces the symptoms of deviated nasal septum.
Panchakarma consists of five procedures to cleanse the bodily toxins. Any disease in the sinus, throat, nose, or head areas are a result of accumulation of toxins. Nasyakarma – one of the procedures ofPanchakarma.
Nasyakarma involves either inhalation of medicated oil or massaging the nasal mucosa (inner lining of nose) with medicated ghee (clarified butter) or herbal oil using a finger. These procedures help in release of mucus accumulated in clogged nose, throat, and sinus.
One of the most effective yet easy treatment options is Yoga. There are numerous yoga poses that can provide relief from the discomfort of a blocked nose. Yoga poses that can help treat a deviated nasal septum.
Any other method of treatment is determined by the Ayurvedic doctor during the consultation – evaluating the patient’s problem and the most appropriate type of treatment. At the same time determining the most suitable oil or internally used media.
Tips for effective Ayurvedic treatment of Deviated septum
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avoiding sweets, milk products,
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Avoid bakery products
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Avoid heavy to digest foods
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avoid cold foods such as ice creams
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Yoga poses – like Sarvangasana, Simhasana
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Pranayama
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