A Case Study: Ayurvedic Management of Nasarshaw.s.r to Nasal Polyp

Abstract

Nasais the most important organ ofUrdhwajatrugatabhagaand is the gateway for headas well as respiratory system. Nasarshas is one among the thirty-one Nasagata Rogasmentioned in our classics. Nasarshascan be correlated to nasal polyps. Nasal polyps are non-neoplastic masses of nasal or sinus mucosa. Prolonged use of antihistamines and antibiotics leads to drug resistance and decreases immunity, Fear of surgery, its complications and cost have restricted many patients from undergoing surgery and allopathic medicines. In this study a case of 31years male Patient presented with difficulty in nasal breathing, mouth breathing especially at night, sneezing, nasal discharge, headache since 9 months was taken for study. Present case study is taken to evaluate the efficacy of Ksharakarmain the management of Nasarshas w.s.r to Nasal Polyp along with internal medications for improve immunity and to reduce its recurrence. Ksharais an excellent medicine in the management of Arsha, as it has Lekhana,Tridoshaghna, Teekshna and Ushnaproperties. Shirovirechanabeing one of the Shodhana Karma,hence Nasyawith Apamarga Kshara Tailafollowed by Yava kshara prathisaranawas planned. Internally, Chitrakadi Vati,Triphala Gugguluand Haridra khanda, Hamsapadi Kashayawas prescribed. There was significant improvement in patient’s complaints and marked reduction in polypoidal mass.