Nasal Polyps, Sinus, Allergies

by Kusum

I have nasal polyps, had them removed many times but they grow back - tried homeopathy, chinese herbal, many other. Is there anything you suggest? Still suffering from sinus and allergies.

Thanks, Kusum


Matthew's reply: Hi Kusum, it's hard to recommend specific things by email. You may have to adjust your diet. Polyps, in Chinese medicine, are often the result of underlying phlegm and dampness due to digestive imbalance and faulty diet. Unless you correct this no amount of surgery or other treatment will give lasting results, as you've found out.

You may need to stop eating (or at least reduce) foods like dairy, excess citrus fruits and fruit juices, which are all considered to be phlegm-producing and dampness-producing in Chinese medicine. There are other foods and drinks on this list too. A Chinese medicine practitioner will be able to give you more specific dietary advice after first doing a Chinese medical diagnosis. This cannot be done properly by email.

Chinese herbal medicine can also correct underlying digestive problems. You can also try acupressure and sinus flushing. These are safe, easy techniques.

Any questions or comments about diet, acupressure etc for nasal polyps and sinus post them below.

All the best,

Matthew