Ethmoidal Nasal Polyps
Nasal Polyps Kishore Kumar•Gender: Male•Age: 41 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 3 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Nasal obstruction worse on left side
- Complete loss of smell (anosmia)
- Frequent colds with watery coryza
- Morning sneezing fits
Clinical Assessment
A 41-year-old bank employee from Thrissur presenting with left-sided ethmoidal nasal polyps for 3 years. Experienced complete loss of smell, affecting his appetite and lifestyle. Used anti-allergic pills daily to suppress morning sneezing.
Diagnostic Investigations: Nasal endoscopy showing Grade II polyp in left middle meatus; normal right side.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Sanguinaria Nitricum was chosen for its specific action on chronic rhinitis and nasal polyps, with Thuja acting as a powerful anti-sycotic remedy to arrest polyp growth.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Sanguinaria Nitricum and Thuja Occidentalis
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Breathe steam twice daily; eliminate dust mites from home; avoid cold air exposure.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 10 months- Morning sneezing and watery nose controlled within 4 weeks
- Sense of smell started returning after 3 months of treatment
- Endoscopy at 6 months showed complete clearance of the left-sided polyp
- Asymptomatic and normal sense of smell at 10-month follow-up
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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