Therapeutics of Nose and Paranasal Sinus Diseases

Sinusitis

Definition: Inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the paranasal sinuses
Types:
- Acute sinusitis: Lasts less than 4 weeks
- Subacute sinusitis: Lasts 4-12 weeks
- Chronic sinusitis: Lasts more than 12 weeks
Causes:
- Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs)
- Allergies
- Anatomical abnormalities
- Deviated septum
- Nasal polyps
Clinical features:
- Nasal congestion
- Nasal discharge
- Facial pain
- Headache
- Fatigue
Investigations:
- Nasal endoscopy
- CT or MRI scans
Complications:
- Meningitis
- Brain abscess
- Orbital cellulitis
Management:
- Antibiotics
- Nasal decongestants
- Nasal saline irrigation
- Surgery (in severe cases)

Homoeopathic Treatment of Sinusitis

Cysts of Nose and Sinus

Definition: Abnormal, fluid-filled sacs in the nose or sinuses
Types:
- Nasal polyps
- Sinus cysts
- Nasal glial cysts
Causes:
- Infection
- Trauma
- Congenital
Clinical features:
- Nasal congestion
- Nasal discharge
- Facial pain
- Headache
Investigations:
- Nasal endoscopy
- CT or MRI scans
Complications:
- Nasal obstruction
- Sinusitis
Management:
- Surgical removal
- Nasal decongestants
- Nasal saline irrigation

Homoeopathic Treatment of Cysts of Nose and Sinus

Tumours of Nose and Sinus

Definition: Abnormal growths in the nose or sinuses
Types:
- Benign tumours (e.g. osteoma, angiofibroma)
- Malignant tumours (e.g. squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma)
Causes:
- Trauma
- Infection
- Radiation exposure
Clinical features:
- Nasal congestion
- Nasal discharge
- Facial pain
- Headache
Investigations:
- Nasal endoscopy
- CT or MRI scans
Complications:
- Nasal obstruction
- Sinusitis
Management:
- Surgical removal
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy

Homoeopathic Treatment of Tumours of Nose and Sinus

THERAPEUTICS OF NOSE AND PARANASAL SINUS DISEASES