Chronic Sinusitis with Recurrent Antibiotics
Allergy Deepa•Gender: Female•Age: 44 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 4 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Throbbing frontal and maxillary sinus headaches
- Thick, sticky, yellowish-green post-nasal drip
- Frequent throat clearing and morning hawking
- Foul-smelling nasal discharge
- Chronic fatigue
Clinical Assessment
Recurrent acute sinus flares every 6-8 weeks, treated with antibiotics and steroid nasal sprays, leading to gastrointestinal bloating and fatigue.
Diagnostic Investigations: X-ray of paranasal sinuses (Water's view) showing mucosal thickening and fluid levels in bilateral maxillary sinuses.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Silicea for chronic suppurative processes and Kali Bichromicum to dissolve the tough, stringy nasal discharge.
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Daily steam inhalation with eucalyptus oil; avoiding direct cold wind exposure and late-night cold showers.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 7 months- Complete resolution of throbbing sinus headaches
- Post-nasal drip resolved, eliminating throat irritation
- X-ray showed complete clearance of maxillary sinuses
- Zero antibiotic courses needed over the last 6 months
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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