Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF NASARSHA BY PRATISARANEEYA KSHARA-A CASE STUDY

Dr. Ramya*, Dr. Harish G. and Dr. S. M. Pasha

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Nasarsha is considered as mass in the nasal cavity which is non-neoplastic. It causes nasal obstruction, sneezing and headache. In ancient Ayurvedic classics one of the treatment procedures is kshara karma. Materials & Methods: In the present study, a 50 year old man complaining of nasal obstruction due to nasal polyp was treated by application of Palasha kshara locally over the polyp on alternate days for a period of 30 days. The result was assessed based signs and symptoms and on pictures taken through rigid nasal endoscopy. Result: There was significant reduction in size of polyp as well as the signs and symptoms after the treatment. Discussion: the alkaline properties of the kshara will help in reducing the size of the nasarshas as well as the tissue will be burnt locally which will result in non-recurrence of the disease. Conclusion: Pratisaraneeya kshara karma can be considered as a best alternative to surgical procedure as it is a very convenient and cost effective procedure and also prevents the recurrence of the disease.

Keywords: Pratisaraneeya Kshara, Palashs kshara, Nasarsha, Nasal Polyp.