Coryza is the inflammation of the mucus membrane of the nose. It is caused by viral infection.
Symptoms:
• Sneezing with burning in the nose.
• Running nose and irritation in the nose
• Watery eyes (lachrymation)
• Cough
• Headache
• Fever with shivering
• Weakness
• Body ache
• Loss of smell (Anosmia)
• Obstruction of the nose
Acupressure treatment for Common Cold Coryza:
Du 14, 20
LI 4, 11, 19, 20
Lu 7, 11
Ex 1, 2
GB 20
St 8
Reflex points for Common Cold Coryza: nose, lungs, sinus.
Other instructions: general rest, steam inhalation, warm wraps can be advised to sooth the patient.