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I use a neti pot with distilled water and saline for chronic rhinitis. i used salt packets that had an expiration date of last month. is this harmful?

Q: i use a neti pot with distilled water and saline for chronic rhinitis. i used salt packets that had an expiration date of last month. is this harmful?

: It's not harmful, just ineffective. Now use fresh packets for a satisfying result.

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It's not harmful, just ineffective. Now use fresh packets for a satisfying result.

Answered 6/18/2023

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A member asked:

I use a neti pot with distilled water and saline for chronic rhinitis. i used salt packets that had an expiration date of last month. is this harmful?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Trager answered

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