Question 1

when is it recommended to use a sinus rinse?

Accepted Answer

Sinus rinse: It's safe to use every day. If you're sick/allergic, then you can use it multiple times/day.

Question 2

is neilmed a safe sinus rinse?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Just use filtered or boiled water and not tap water. It also helps to use the salt packets. You can also make your own by mixing salt and baking soda.

Question 3

is it safe to use sinus rinse on a 4 year old?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But be sure to aim the nozzle towards the sides of the nose and use gentle pressure. Whether sinus rinse is indicated is another issue since we have no idea on his medical condition.

Question 4

when doing sinus rinse, should i hold my breath while spraying?

Accepted Answer

No.: Do keep breathing, try to inhale when using the rinse.  Practice blocking the back of the palate with your tongue, so the saline rinse does not run down your throat.
Neti pots, or saline sinus rinses, are excellent, effective and safe for allergy sufferers and early colds.  Good for you!

Question 5

how long should i use sinus rinse?

Accepted Answer

Up to you: Some of my patients have used a saline sinus rinse daily for years.  Make sure your bottle or netti pot are clean, don't forget to use salt, and use it when it feels good to do so.  It can help keep your nose open, wash out pollen, pus, and dirt. If itwas recommended by your ENT doctor, get their opinion.  Depending on reason for use, will have an opinion.

Question 6

how often should one do a sinus rinse?

Accepted Answer

Depends on why: You are using it.. Some people with severe chronic sinus problems do it once or twice a day....  Others with mild allergies/ sinus problems donut few times a week.

Question 7

what are the ingredients to make a sinus rinse ?

Accepted Answer

DIY saline rinse: Check out http://www.aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/library/allergy-library/saline-sinus-rinse-recipe.aspx. Includes instructions/directions on how to administer rinse. Very specific about NOT using water straight from tap.

Question 8

how often is it safe to do an otc sinus rinse?

Accepted Answer

Daily: Once daily is ok.

Question 9

i can't stop sniffing after doing a sinus rinse. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Normal: After you insert something in the nose, the body's normal reaction is to try to expel it. That may last for up to an hour afterwards. Make sure you use sterile water with the sinus rinse.

Question 10

i've been using sinus rinse mostly daily for a couple years. dr told me to stop yesterday. what might his reasoning be? i think it does help.

Accepted Answer

Not exactly sure but: The only reason I can readily come up with, is the fact, that some saline nasal sprays contain a preservative known as benzalkonium chloride.  This chemical has be shown to inhibit neutrophil function.  So its possible that it prevents the helpful white blood cells present on the surface tissue of the nose from appropriately functioning and helping fight off infections.

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