A member asked:

When suctioning 9mo's nose, didn't notice that there was some water in the syringe after cleaning. it went up baby's nose. amoeba risk? i'm scared.

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Nigleria: You must be referring to Nigleria, in your fear. Yes, most cases have been associated with sinus irrigation. The risk for your baby is minute. But definitely throw away the auction bulb, it's unnecessary.

Answered 4/26/2015

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