Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Treatment with drugs and surgery
• Method 2 of 3: How to prevent polyps from growing with folk remedies
• Method 3 of 3: How to Strengthen Immunity and Prevent Polyps from Growing
• Tips
• Warnings

Nasal polyps are soft, benign growths that grow inside the sinuses and nose. They are not painful, but they can grow large and block your airways, making it harder for you to breathe and smell. Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to completely get rid of polyps, as they can grow back if you have a predisposition to them. However, they can be dealt with with medications and procedures, as well as through the right lifestyle. This will shrink or remove the polyps and reduce the risk of them reappearing.

Attention:the information in this article is for informational purposes only. Before using any methods, consult your doctor.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Treatment with drugs and surgery

1. 1 See your doctor if you have polyp symptoms. Often, nasal polyps do not cause symptoms, and a person can live their entire life without suspecting that they have them. However, if polyps begin to grow, symptoms may develop that require medical attention.If you have any of the symptoms listed below, see your doctor and find out if you have polyps. If, after examination, the doctor determines that you have polyps, he will prescribe treatment for you. Symptoms include:
   • persistent runny or nasal congestion;
   • deterioration of smell and taste;
   • pressure in the forehead or face;
   • a feeling of nasal congestion in the absence of mucus;
   • headaches;
   • pain in the upper teeth.
2. 2 Use steroid sprays. Steroid nasal sprays can reduce the size of polyps. If the polyps are small, they may disappear altogether. Some steroid sprays are available over the counter, while stronger ones are available only with a doctor's prescription. Ask your doctor if a spray is indicated for you and try it.
   • Steroid sprays often include beclomethasone, budesonide, fluticasone, mometasone, triamcinolone. The most popular drug is Momat Rino.
3. 3 Try nasal drops with steroids. The drops will also help reduce the size of the polyps. Drops relieve nasal congestion, making breathing easier. Typically, polyps begin to shrink after 7-14 days of continuous application of the drops. After that, it is recommended to instill drops for another 4-6 weeks.
   • To apply the drug, lean forward and downward so that the crown of the head tends to the floor. You should have the feeling that you are now going to stand on your head. Place the drops in this position. Then hold your head in the same position for 3-4 minutes for the drops to enter the nasal cavity.
4. 4 Take prednisone. Prednisone is an oral corticosteroid that reduces swelling and inflammation. You can buy the drug only with a doctor's prescription. It is usually taken for 7-10 days.
5. 5 Take pill antibiotics. Antibiotics do not help reduce the size of polyps, but they do fight the complications of polyps. If polyps block your sinuses, they can cause infections as bacteria begin to multiply in confined spaces. If you develop an infection due to polyps, you will probably be prescribed antibiotics.
6. 6 Consider surgery. All the remedies described above reduce polyps, but they can usually only be completely eliminated with surgery. If the polyps persist and cause you discomfort, your doctor will suggest surgery. Polyps are usually removed endoscopically. An endoscope - a long tube with a light bulb and a video camera at the end - is inserted into the nostril and the polyps are removed with several instruments. This operation is done under general anesthesia. Usually, after the operation, they are allowed to go home on the same day.
   • Remember that sometimes after surgery, polyps appear again after 2-3 years.

Method 2 of 3: How to prevent polyps from growing with folk remedies

1. 1 Clean your nose with saline. Salt water can reduce inflammation in the nose and dry out mucus that is blocking the airways. Salt slows down the production of adiponectin, a substance that provokes inflammation.
   • Dissolve half a tablespoon (or less) of table salt in a cup of boiling water. Refrigerate to body temperature. Place the solution in a clean flexible bottle or nasal wash bottle and clean the nasal passages.
2. 2 Try steam inhalation. Breathing in the steam will open up the nasal passages and make the accumulation of mucus less dense. There are several ways to do this inhalation.
   • Close all windows and doors in the bathroom and open hot water to fill the room with steam.
   • Boil a pot of water. Transfer the water to a large bowl. Cover your head and neck with a towel and bend over to the water so your nose is over the steam. Cover all crevices with a towel to prevent steam from escaping. Breathe deeply to allow the steam to flow as far into your nose as possible. Inhale until the water has cooled.
   • Mint and eucalyptus essential oils can be added to the water to enhance the effect.
3. 3 Eat horseradish and honey to clear your sinuses. Horseradish will help clear your nose. This plant has antibacterial properties.Its smell and taste open up the nasal passages and reduce the size of polyps. Try to eat horseradish. If you don't like the harsh taste, add some honey to it.
   • Mix 2 parts horseradish and 2 parts honey. Keep the mixture in the refrigerator. Eat one scoop in the morning and one at night until the sinuses have cleared and the polyps have shrunk.
4. 4 Eat onions and garlic. Onions and garlic have antifungal and antibacterial properties to help reduce swelling and polyps. Root vegetables contain quercetin, a substance that fights inflammation.
   • Aim to eat 2 raw garlic cloves and some raw onions twice a day for a week. If you don't like the taste, buy onion and garlic tablets.
5. 5 Take cocklebur. Cocklebur is a plant from East Asia that is used in traditional Chinese medicine. With this plant, people have treated polyps and nasal congestion for centuries. Cocklebur has anti-inflammatory properties and works on polyps. It suppresses part of the inflammatory process.
6. 6 Take yellow root tablets. This plant is also called the canadian hydrastis and the "golden seal". It is a North American herb with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. The plant contains bepaerin and hydrastin - substances that can reduce inflammation.
   • Do not take this herb if you are pregnant as it may negatively affect the uterus.
7. 7 Use a diluted cayenne pepper spray. Cayenne pepper is used in folk medicine to strengthen capillaries and improve blood circulation, as well as to treat polyps. You can buy this spray online or search in spice and natural cosmetics stores. It will help relieve pain as well as shrink polyps.
   • The spray must be diluted, otherwise it will irritate the mucous membrane. The spray should not come into contact with eyes and open wounds.
8. 8 Remove mucus with magnolia. Magnolia is a flowering deciduous plant with bark and can be used to treat polyps. Magnolia bark is mucolytic, meaning it can break down mucus that clogs the nasal passages. Magnolia flowers have an astringent effect, that is, they shrink the mucous membrane in the nose, reducing the size of polyps.
   • Do not use magnolia in your treatment if you have constipation or digestive problems.

Method 3 of 3: How to Strengthen Immunity and Prevent Polyps from Growing

1. 1 Get enough sleep every night. By giving your body a chance to rest, you help it fight disease and infection. Know your limits: you may feel like you can stay up all night in order to submit the report on time, but this will affect the state of your immune system. Aim to get 7-8 hours of sleep every night. Even a short nap when you are tired will help your immune system work smoothly.
2. 2 Eat right. To keep your immune system from letting you down, it's important to get all the nutrients you need with your food. The amount of each nutrient is determined by weight, age, and general health. Talk to your doctor about nutrition or read this article to know what to eat.
   • Aim to eat lean protein, whole grains, unsaturated fats, low-fat dairy products, and lots of fruits and vegetables every day.
   • Consume 500-1000 milligrams of vitamin C daily. This vitamin supports the immune system and contributes to its proper functioning. If you don't get enough of this vitamin, you can get sick or get an infection. A lot of vitamin C is found in oranges, lemons, guava, kiwi, strawberries, and papaya.
3. 3 Go in for sports. For health, including the immune system, it is important to exercise for at least 30 minutes 3-5 times a week. Exercise speeds up your metabolism and strengthens your immune system. Do cardio, strength, and stretching exercises.
   • Cardio exercises include running, climbing, cycling, swimming, walking.
   • Strength training is yoga, weight work, stretching.

Tips

• It is important to remember that polyps can grow back even after surgery. Therefore, it is important to strengthen the immune system and use folk remedies to prevent the recurrence of polyps.

Warnings

• If you find it difficult to breathe due to polyps, see your doctor as soon as possible.
• Talk to your doctor before starting new supplements or making lifestyle changes.