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Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Hayfever, Nasal Problems

September 4th, 2010 | Posted in 3 Various Specific Problems

Sinusitis is the term used to describe the chronic inflammation of the sinuses. In some instances, this can occur with an acute sinus infection, which produces symptoms such as congestion, nasal drainage, headache and stuffy nose. Below you will find alternative and natural treatment options including those from a Chinese Medicine perspective for Sinusitis and other nasal problems.

There are many ways to treat this condition with acupuncture.  Listed below are ways of describing related TCM diagnoses. These generally require an understanding of basic TCM Theory, however, readers may find the diagnoses illustrative of how Chinese Medicine views this condition. The specific treatment will depend on the acupuncturist’s diagnosis of the stated symptoms.

• Etiology & Pathology: The root of this condition, according to Chinese medical theory is repeated invasions of wind-heat (more frequently) or wind-cold many times coupled with an improper diet.

Wind-Heat – acute conditions      Signs & Symptoms:

• Stuffy nose, nasal discharge (yellow/green, thick), headache, inability to smell, aversion to cold, fever.

Liver/Gall Bladder Heat – chronic conditions  Signs & Symptoms:

• Yellow discharge, eye issues (bloodshot, etc.), red face, headaches (frontal/temporal), irritability, bitter taste in the mouth.

Heat in the LU – chronic conditions    Signs & Symptoms:

• Thick nasal discharge, tender sinus area, heat signs – flushed face, thirst, feelings of heat, etc.

SP Deficiency – chronic conditions     Signs & Symptoms:

• Heavy/Foggy feeling in the head, sticky/yellow discharge, red cheeks, thirst, dry lips, frontal headache, chest/epigastrium oppression.