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Is it possible for saline nose spray to make my nose even drier?
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Saline too drying?: Saline nasal sprays usually have a salt content equal to our body's tissues and can provide much needed moisture. However, if the lining of the nose is inflamed & sensitive, saline can be irritating and make it feel even drier. Occasionally doctors prescribe Hypertonic Saline with a salt content greater than the body's tissues; in some, this higher salt content could "dehydrate" the nasal lining.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes: The Hypertonic Saline nasal sprays can cause increased drying. They come in two flavors: isotonic and hypertonic.
Answered 6/25/2014
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