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From time to time i stick a q-tip cotton swab up my nose because i like the feeling of sneezing. i know this might be a weid question. but can this lead to sinus infections and foul smell in nose. or anything else dangerous?

Q: from time to time i stick a q-tip cotton swab up my nose because i like the feeling of sneezing. i know this might be a weid question. but can this lead to sinus infections and foul smell in nose. or anything else dangerous?

: I don't recommend inserting Q tips into the nasal cavities. The membranes are delicate and there's danger of introducing harmful bacteria or other pathogens as well. Try some noninvasive techniques to deal with your sneezing.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I don't recommend inserting Q tips into the nasal cavities. The membranes are delicate and there's danger of introducing harmful bacteria or other pathogens as well. Try some noninvasive techniques to deal with your sneezing.

Answered 2/13/2023

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A member asked:

From time to time i stick a q-tip cotton swab up my nose because i like the feeling of sneezing. i know this might be a weid question. but can this lead to sinus infections and foul smell in nose. or anything else dangerous?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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