The nose produces extra mucus when there is infection in order to expel it from the body; the runny nose in a cold is a sign that your body's defense system is in good working order.
SneezingSneezes are a noisy expulsion of air and irritants from the nose, often a result of viral infection or allergy.TreatmentYoga There2 are various yoga exercises, including rapid ahdominal breathing, and breathing and stretching, that can alleviate nasal allergy. Cleaning the nose in the yogic tradition will help: fill a long-spouted pot with lightly salted warm water and, tilting the head, insert the spout into one nostril and pour water slowly until it comes out of the other nostril. Repeat on the other side.CatarrhA cough, blocked or runny nose, "chestiness" caused by a discharge of thick mucus from the lining of the throat, are all symptoms of catarrh.TreatmentHerbal Medicine Use a gargle made from a teaspoonful of salt dissolved in warm water, or a drop of cedarwood oil in half a cup of water.Consult a qualified practitioner/therapist for:Homeopathy Treatment would be constitutional, but specifics may include Arsenicum iod. 6c, Graphites, 6c; Hydrastis 6c; Kali bich. 6c; Natrum mur., 6c; Sanguinaria 6c; Calcarea 6c; Sulfur 6c, and Pulsatilla 6c.SinusitisSinusitis involves a headache; painful, stuffy nose; and thick nasal discharge. It is caused by inflammation of one or more of the seven bony cavities (sinuses) at the front of the skull.TreatmentDiet And Nutrition Persistent attacks may be caused by a food allergy. Supplements of vitamin C and B complex, zinc, and iron are recommended.Herbal Medicine Use a steam inhalation made from aromatic oils such as eucalyptus or pine, and gently massage the bridge of the nose.Consult a qualified practitioner/therapist for:Homeopathy Specific remedies may include Kali bich. 6, Silica 6c, Hepar sulf. 6c, Pulsatilla 6c, Belladonna 30c.AcupunctureThis treatment assigns the condition to a deficiency of chi (the flow of energy) in the Lung.
