Chronic sinusitis

Ayurveda describes chronic sinusitis as dūṣīya pratishyāya, where aggravated kapha and vāta obstruct nasal passages and weaken prāṇa vāyu. Mucus becomes thick and sticky, blocking channels (srotas). This long-standing imbalance causes heaviness in head, poor smell perception, and recurrent congestion. Restoring balance clears passages and strengthens immunity.

Common Causes of Chronic sinusitis

Excess cold, oily, or heavy foods increasing kapha
Allergens and pollution irritating nasal passages
Frequent colds left untreated
Low digestive fire (mandāgni) forming āma (toxins)
Irregular lifestyle weakening prāṇa vāyu

Symptoms of Chronic sinusitis

Persistent nasal congestion and blockage
Facial pain or heaviness in forehead
Thick, discoloured nasal discharge
Reduced sense of smell or taste
Headache worsening with bending or exertion

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Chronic sinusitis

Cleansing therapies like nasya and dhoomapāna
Light, warm diet to reduce kapha and āma
Herbs like pippalī, haridrā, and tulsi
Steam inhalation with medicated herbs
Daily routines to strengthen immunity and prāṇa