Dr. Shriniwas Kashalikar had been experiencing queer and ill defined pains and boils on his face and scalp for several weeks that were resistant to antibiotics. He decided to try the Ayurvedic treatment of NASYA by putting drops of an herbal oil preparation in his nostrils. This caused strange sensations and sneezing, followed by the expulsion of mucus from his sinuses. The next day, his pains and boils had disappeared without the need for expensive and risky surgery. He shared his experience to empower others but did not advise the same treatment without medical consultation.