Can treating rhinitis with moxibustion using artemisia argyi fumigation through the nose be effective?
Disease description:
I am 23 years old. I have often heard that using artemisia smoke to fumigate the nose can treat rhinitis, but I'm not sure. I would like to know whether fumigating the nose with artemisia can cure rhinitis.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Cheng
In general, using mugwort to fumigate the nose cannot cure rhinitis, but it can alleviate symptoms of rhinitis to some extent.
Fumigating the nose with mugwort, also known as moxibustion therapy for rhinitis, is a traditional Chinese medical treatment. The volatile oils and other components in mugwort have certain anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. Through warm stimulation and medicinal action, this method can promote blood circulation in the nasal area, improve nasal ventilation, and reduce inflammatory responses, thereby relieving symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose caused by rhinitis.
However, the causes of rhinitis are relatively complex and may be related to multiple factors such as heredity, environment, and immunity. Although fumigating the nose with mugwort can alleviate symptoms to some extent, it cannot fundamentally resolve the problem of rhinitis. Patients should not overly rely on this method for treatment, but should undergo comprehensive treatment combining other therapies.
Rhinitis patients may use medication treatments under a doctor's guidance, such as nasal corticosteroids and antihistamines, to control symptoms. For severe rhinitis patients, surgical treatment may also be considered. At the same time, patients should maintain healthy lifestyle habits, such as avoiding allergens, keeping the nasal cavity clean, and maintaining a balanced diet, to enhance immune function and improve rhinitis symptoms.
It should be noted that fumigating the nose with mugwort is not suitable for all rhinitis patients. Special populations such as pregnant women, patients with hypertension, patients with diabetes, and individuals with skin allergies should use it cautiously or under a doctor's guidance. When performing mugwort fumigation of the nose, one should also pay attention to controlling the temperature to avoid burns and choose mugwort products purchased through正规 channels to ensure quality and safety.
