Correspondence Address:
Dr. Adarsh Ramkalap Sharma Assistant Professor, Shalakyatantra, YMTAMC, Kharghar PhD Scholar, Sion Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Mumbai Dr. Adarsh Ramkalap Sharma Assistant Professor, Shalakyatantra, YMTAMC, Kharghar PhD Scholar, Sion Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Mumbai
Date of Acceptance: 2025-08-19
Date of Publication:2025-09-27
Article-ID:IJIM_433_09_25 https://ijim.co.in
Source of Support: Nil
Conflict of Interest: Non declared
How To Cite This Article: Sharma A., More R. Ayurvedic Management of Adenoids: A Clinical Case Study. Int J Ind Med 2025;6(09):66 -70 DOI: http://doi.org/10.55552/IJIM.2025.60912
Background: Adenoid hypertrophy, referred to as Kanthashalooka in Ayurveda, is a common cause of nasal obstruction in children. Conventional management often involves surgery, but Ayurvedic alternatives may provide safe and effective non-surgical options.Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of Ayurvedic treatment modalities in the management of adenoids in a pediatric patient. Methods: An 8-year-old female presented with nasal obstruction, snoring, mouth breathing, and recurrent respiratory infections. Treatment included Deepana-Pachana-Anulomana, Nasya with Anutaila, and Shamana aushadhi. Clinical symptoms and radiological findings were assessed before and after treatment. Results: Significant improvement in nasal obstruction, snoring, and sleep quality was observed. Follow-up radiology showed reduced adenoid size. No recurrence of symptoms was reported till 9 months of follow up. Conclusion: Ayurvedic treatment provided successful conservative management of adenoids, highlighting its potential as a non-surgical alternative.
Keywords: Adenoid hypertrophy, Kanthashalooka, Ayurveda, Pediatric nasal obstruction, Nasya, Anutaila, Deepana-Pachana, Shamana Aushadhi, Non-surgical management, Respiratory health.
