Benign growths in the nasal mucosa or sinuses are called polyps. Initially, they may not disturb the patient at all, but when they grow, they cause severe discomfort. If timely treatment is not started, polyps can turn into a malignant form. Most often, doctors recommend their surgical removal, but in some cases it is possible to treat nasal polyps without surgery. There are methods of conservative therapy and folk remedies that are widely used to eliminate the problem.
How to recognize a disease?
To understand how to cure polyps in the nose without surgery, you need to identify the cause of the disorder. Neoplasms appear from frequent irritation of the mucous membrane by pathogens or allergens. The presence of the disease is indicated by the following symptoms:
- Difficulty nasal breathing;
- complete or partial loss of smell;
- headache;
- poor sleep;
- itchy nose;
- sensation of a foreign body in the nasal cavity;
- ear pain and hearing loss;
- speech impairment, nasalness;
- frequent sneezing;
- persistent or frequent runny nose;
- decreased ability to work;
- prostration.
There are many reasons for the appearance of nasal polyps. The most common factor affecting mucosal overgrowth is chronic rhinitis. It can be triggered by allergic reactions, unfavorable ecology, constant inflammatory processes in the nose, accompanied by bacterial, viral or fungal infections.
Severe systemic diseases, constant stress, physiological features (curvature of the nasal septum) can also cause the formation of polyps. Decreased local and general immunity, unfavorable heredity are also risk factors.
Nasal polyps treatment without surgery
If nasal polyps are found, treatment without surgery or surgery may be prescribed. Conservative methods are chosen only in cases where the neoplasms are not yet too large or the operation is contraindicated for the patient for some reason. Also, drug therapy and folk remedies give good results for prevention. They can significantly increase remission.
If you need to get rid of nasal polyps without surgery, you should prepare for long-term therapy.
Almost all remedies, especially homeopathic ones, require several courses of use, only after a couple of months you can see improvements. In some cases, the neoplasms disappear completely, sometimes they simply decrease in size, which makes it possible for the nasal mucosa to perform its functions normally.
Methods for eliminating the disease
Before getting rid of nasal polyps, you need to visit an otolaryngologist. With the help of examination and special tests, the doctor will be able to identify the true cause of the appearance of neoplasms. Drug therapy is aimed at eliminating not only polyps, but also the factors that provoked their appearance. Let's consider in more detail how you can cure the disease with conservative methods.
Medical polypotomy. This is the name of the method of eliminating neoplasms, in which hormonal drugs are injected directly into the polyps. A high concentration of hormonal substances suppresses further growth of the mucous membrane and destroys the neoplasm, after which its remnants are rejected and removed from the nose. The method has its drawbacks, it can cause side effects: a malfunction of the immune system, the appearance of ulcers on the mucous membranes, weight gain and the appearance of concomitant diseases. But this technique has its advantages:
Medical polypotomy. This is the name of the method of eliminating neoplasms, in which hormonal drugs are injected directly into the polyps. A high concentration of hormonal substances suppresses further growth of the mucous membrane and destroys the neoplasm, after which its remnants are rejected and removed from the nose. The method has its drawbacks, it can cause side effects: a malfunction of the immune system, the appearance of ulcers on the mucous membranes, weight gain and the appearance of concomitant diseases. But this technique has its advantages:- drugs act locally, they are not absorbed into the bloodstream;
- just 2 injections with a break of several weeks are enough to eliminate the polyp;
- neoplasms disappear completely within 1-1.5 months after the start of therapy.
For each patient, the drug to eliminate neoplasms is selected individually. The choice of a doctor depends on the initial condition of the patient, the presence of concomitant diseases and a number of other factors. Injections are made in a polyclinic by a specialist, it is forbidden to self-treat.
- Topical steroids. These funds cannot be used for a long time, as they can cause negative reactions. However, as an ambulance to eliminate swelling and inflammation, they are ideal. These drugs lead to the fact that the neoplasms are reduced in size. The most common drugs in this group are:
- Beclomethasone;
- "Metazon";
- Fluticasone.
- Cromoglycates. The drugs stabilize the functioning of mast cell membranes. Their action is based on the temporary suspension of the production of histamine, which causes swelling of the mucous membrane and the growth of the polyp. These funds cannot be used for a long time, since they can negatively affect the work of internal organs. The most popular in the group are Ketotifen and Sodium Cromoglycate.
- Antibiotics The course of treatment with these drugs is prescribed if the proliferation of nasal polyps is provoked by chronic inflammation of a bacterial nature. The funds can cause negative reactions, and with prolonged use, immunity is developed to them, which makes each new course of treatment less successful. Medicines are prescribed to patients individually.
- Antihistamines. Helps get rid of polyps caused by allergies. They are prescribed only after an allergy test and the identification of agents to which the body reacts negatively. In addition to drug therapy, care must be taken that the patient does not come into contact with substances that provoke swelling of the nasal mucosa. Often, patients have an intolerance to acetylsalicylic acid, in which case treatment with non-steroidal drugs, which include aspirin, is contraindicated. Also, all foods containing salicylates (spinach, blackberries, apricots, etc.) should be removed from the patient's diet.
Immunotherapy. This method of treatment is aimed at strengthening the immune system. Immuno-corrective agents are of bacterial origin, they contain ribomunyl and bacterial agents that increase the production of antibodies in the body. Vaccination is carried out intramuscularly, it avoids antibiotic therapy.- Hormonal aerosols. They are effective only as a prevention of relapse or during the recovery period after surgery. The funds contain a small amount of hormones and act only on the surface of the mucous membrane, without being absorbed into the bloodstream. They cause almost no side effects and are suitable for home use.
- Homeopathy. The funds of this group are used for prevention or treatment if the patient has contraindications to other drugs. If a pointed polyp is found, "Tuya 30" is prescribed, if a fleshy neoplasm, such means are taken in turn: "Phosphorus 6", "Bronchicum", "Silicea 6". A solution of "Teukrium glycerin" with boiled water is used to wash the mucous membrane, the components are taken in a ratio of 1: 5. You can also use dry powder for inhalation or lubricate neoplasms with a concentrated liquid. A mucous polyp can be eliminated with Calcarea Carbonica, 2 drops are dripped into the nose for 6 days in a row.
Immunotherapy. This method of treatment is aimed at strengthening the immune system. Immuno-corrective agents are of bacterial origin, they contain ribomunyl and bacterial agents that increase the production of antibodies in the body. Vaccination is carried out intramuscularly, it avoids antibiotic therapy.Folk wisdom in the fight against neoplasms
As a preventive measure and for treatment, you can use traditional medicine.It should be borne in mind that it will take a long time to use infusions and decoctions: you can achieve the desired results only after several courses, between which you need to take breaks. Also, do not forget that even plant components may be allergic. Therefore, herbs must be selected carefully, samples must be taken and be sure to consult a doctor. Consider what measures will help alleviate the patient's condition.
- Rinsing the nose with saline. The preparation is very simple: a dessert spoon without a slide of sea salt is added to 700 ml of boiled warm water. If it is not in the house, you can take ordinary table salt, mix it with 2 drops of iodine and soda (on the tip of a knife). Washing with such a solution will be useful both for prevention and for stopping growth and reducing the size of existing neoplasms.
- Infusion of celandine. Celandine is a medicinal plant that contains saponins, flavonoids, organic acids, essential oils and alkaloids, and has a high biological activity. However, you should be careful: with the wrong treatment, you can get a burn of the mucous membranes. The infusion is prepared from chopped herbs: 1 teaspoon of raw materials is poured with 250 ml of boiled water and insisted for 15-20 minutes. Then the medicine is filtered through cheesecloth, cotton swabs are moistened in it and inserted into the nostrils. The treatment regimen is as follows: we put tampons on a daily basis for a week, then we take a weekly break. We adhere to this schedule for 2 months, then we take a break for 1 month. Then we continue to be treated according to the same principle as at the beginning of therapy. The desired results can be achieved in 1-2 years, in some cases it will take even longer.
- Drops from St. John's wort and sea buckthorn. To prepare the remedy, take fresh St. John's wort and crush it well in a mortar. Add boiled warm water to get gruel. When the plant is well crushed, filter the liquid through cheesecloth folded several times. We extract juice from sea buckthorn in the same way. We mix the ingredients in equal proportions, drip 4 drops into the nose twice a day. The therapy lasts 1 year, sometimes it needs to be extended.
- Inhalation of propolis. We put an iron container on the stove and place a walnut-sized piece of propolis in it. When the bowl starts to heat up, smoke will appear. It must be inhaled alternately with the right and left nostrils, bending over the dishes. Inhalations are carried out 2 times a day for 1 week, the course should be repeated after a month's break.
Honey treatment. A nasal polyp can be eliminated with natural bee honey. Soak a cotton swab well in a beekeeping product and treat the nasal cavity with it, repeat the procedure 3 times a day. Discontinue therapy if adverse drug reactions occur: honey sometimes causes severe allergies.- Oil treatment. Natural vegetable oils can be purchased at any pharmacy. They are instilled in 1-2 drops in the nose twice a day. The most effective means will be: oil of thuja, wild rosemary, St. John's wort and sea buckthorn. Test for an allergic reaction before using any of them.
Honey treatment. A nasal polyp can be eliminated with natural bee honey. Soak a cotton swab well in a beekeeping product and treat the nasal cavity with it, repeat the procedure 3 times a day. Discontinue therapy if adverse drug reactions occur: honey sometimes causes severe allergies.In conclusion
It is possible to cure polyps with the help of conservative methods and folk remedies only in cases where they have not reached large sizes and do not cause serious health problems. The choice of medications and related measures is the responsibility of the physician. Self-medication is strictly prohibited. By seeking medical help in time, you can prevent pathological changes in the nasal mucosa.
