Adenoid enlargement or Adenoid Hypertrophy is common in children, leading to nasal obstruction, snoring, and mouth breathing.
In Ayurveda, this condition is correlated with Nasa Granthi or Gala Shotha, caused by Kapha accumulation and tissue overgrowth in the nasopharyngeal region.
It arises from chronic cold, allergy, and weak immunity.

🔹 Common Causes (Nidāna):

• Recurrent cold and cough
• Kapha-aggravating diet (curd, cold food, sweets)
• Poor hygiene or respiratory infections
• Exposure to dust, cold, or pollution
• Weak digestion (Mandagni) leading to Ama accumulation

🔹 Symptoms:

• Nasal blockage and snoring
• Mouth breathing
• Recurrent throat and ear infections
• Nasal voice or difficulty in swallowing
• Disturbed sleep or restlessness

🔹 Ayurvedic Management:

• Nasya Therapy:
  • Use of Anu Taila, Shadbindu Taila, or Marichyadi Taila to clear nasal passages, reduce inflammation, and shrink adenoids.
• Dhoomapana (Medicated Smoke Inhalation): With herbs like Haridra, Tulsi, Vacha – for decongestion and Kapha elimination.
• Kavala / Gandusha (Oil Gargling): With Til Taila, Triphala decoction – to strengthen throat and prevent infections.
• Internal Medicines:
  • Sitopaladi Choornam, Talisadi Choornam, Kantakaryavaleha, Haridra Khanda – for Kapha balance
  • Chyawanprash, Amalaki Rasayana – for immunity
• Panchakarma:
  • Virechana (Purgation) – to expel excess Kapha and Pitta.
  • Abhyanga and Swedana – to liquefy and mobilize Kapha.

🔹 Diet & Lifestyle:

• Avoid cold, sour, and heavy foods.
• Include warm soups, turmeric milk, and herbal teas.
• Ensure proper sleep and hygiene.

🔹 Benefits of Ayurvedic Management:

• Reduces adenoid swelling naturally
• Improves nasal breathing and sleep
• Strengthens immunity and prevents recurrence
• Avoids need for surgical removal

🔹 Preventive Measures:

• Maintain nasal hygiene with daily Nasya or saline rinse
• Avoid exposure to cold air and allergens
• Strengthen digestion and immunity in children
• Balanced, freshly prepared food daily