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Could nasal irrigation make a sinus infection worse by pushing it into the ears? what's a sign you should stop using nasal irrigation?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Unlikely: Saline irrigation is at low, pressure and into the pharynx. The liklihood of pressurizing the eustachian tubes is very low.

Dr Bonuel agreed

Answered 4/25/2014

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A member asked:

Could nasal irrigation make a sinus infection worse by pushing it into the ears? what's a sign you should stop using nasal irrigation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Bonuel agreed

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