Salty solution to sinus stuffiness. (Lifelines).Daily nasal irrigation Nasal Irrigation Definition Nasal irrigation is the practice of flushing the nasal cavity with a sterile solution. The solution may contain antibiotics or steroid medications. , a gentle rinsing of nasal passages with salty water, offers a safe way to ease sinusitis sinusitis Inflammation of the sinuses. Acute sinusitis, usually due to infections such as the common cold, causes localized pain and tenderness, nasal obstruction and discharge, and malaise. . A small study of people with a history of recurring sinus infections showed that those who practiced daily nasal irrigation had fewer symptoms, used less nasal spray Nasal sprays are used for the nasal delivery of a drug or drugs, generally to alleviate cold or allergy symptoms such as nasal congestion. Although delivery methods vary, most nasal sprays function by instilling a fine mist into the nostril by action of a hand-operated pump , and took fewer antibiotics than those who followed their regular routines. (Journal of Family Practice) |
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