Non-Randomized Open Label Trial To Access The Effectiveness Of Homoeopathic Remedies In Cases Of Chronic Sinusitis

Abstract

Introduction: The most prevalent upper respiratory tract illness characterised by chronic or acute, unilateral or bilateral inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane and one or more paranasal sinuses is known as chronic rhino-sinusitis (CRS). The primary underlying cause of CRS is multifactorial, including anatomical, genetic, and environmental factors. It is characterised by two or more symptoms, including anterior or posterior nasal discharge, nasal obstruction or congestion, loss of smell, reduction in odour, facial pain or pressure, and either endoscopic signs of polyps or discharge or edematous mucosa in the middle meatus that last for 12 weeks or longer. Patients with chronic sinusitis experience different combinations of the following symptoms, including headaches, epistaxis, post-nasal drip, anomalies of smell, and pus draining into the nose.

Methodology: - Total 30 Cases (male & female) age groups of 18-60 years were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria and willing participation. Outcome assessment was based on data collected from scales before and after case taking. Sino- nasal outcome test (SNOT 22) was carried out.

Result: - The patients showed positive results as done by students paired ‘t’ test and one sample ‘t' test. In comparison to other medications, pulsatilla functioned the best for treating chronic sinusitis.