NeilMed Original Sinus Rinse Kit with 60 Premixed Sachets

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If done properly, a sinus flush shouldn’t cause any major side effects. Though you may experience some mild effects, including:

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Several studies have shown evidence of the effectiveness of nasal irrigation for treating both acute and chronic sinusitis, as well as allergies.Haffey T, et al. (2012). Paranasal sinus exostoses: An unusual complication of topical drug delivery using cold nasal irrigations. DOI: Siddiqui R, et al. (2014). Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis caused by Naegleria fowleri: An old enemy presenting new challenges. DOI: A sinus flush, also called nasal irrigation, is usually done with saline, which is just a fancy term for salt water. When rinsed through your nasal passages, saline can wash away allergens, mucus, and other debris, and help to moisten the mucous membranes.

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Using a squeeze bottle, bulb syringe, or neti pot, pour or squeeze the saline solution slowly into the upper nostril. Clean out your neti pot, bulb, or squeeze bottle with hot, soapy, and sterile water or run it through the dishwasher after each use. Allow it to dry completely. A persistent, unpleasant odor that doesn't go away with brushing or flossing may be due to an underlying medical condition, such as diabetes or gum… READ MOREStart with one irrigation per day while you have nasal congestion or other sinus symptoms. You can repeat the irrigation up to three times per day if you feel that it is helping your symptoms.

NeilMed Original Sinus Rinse Kit with 60 Premixed Sachets

It’s fine to do a sinus flush occasionally if you’re experiencing a bout of nasal congestion from a cold or allergies. I have suffered from a lot of sinus discomfort for nearly a year now, particularly behind my eyes causing a lot of pain in my eyes and around my face. I bought this at the recommnedation of my doctor when i caught a horrible bug this January and had a mucus build-up as a result from it. Three different types of anti-biotics, steam inhalations and doctor prescribed sprays haven't got rid of my problem and surgery may be the only thing they can now offer (and i'm avoiding that at all costs!!)

Some people use a device called a neti pot to help deliver the salt water to the nasal cavities, but you can also use squeeze bottles or bulb syringes. It’s crucial to use sterile water for this step. This is due to the risk of a serious infection with a parasitic amoeba called Naegleria fowleri. Once this amoeba enters the sinuses, it makes its way to the brain and causes a fatal infection.

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It's best to avoid flying if you have a sinus or ear infection, as the change in air pressure can worsen symptoms. If you must fly, there are things… READ MORE

If you’ve been diagnosed with subacute sinusitis, your symptoms have lasted longer than acute sinusitis but not so long they’re considered chronic… READ MORE If you find that a sinus flush is particularly uncomfortable, try lowering the amount of salt in the solution.