Using tap water in a neti pot can cause a potentially serious infection. What you need to know:
First, talk to your health care provider to determine whether nasal rinsing will be safe or effective for your condition, he said.
Only certain types of water should be used in the devices: distilled, sterile water; water that's been passed through a filter designed to trap potentially infectious organisms; or water that's been boiled for 3 to 5 minutes and cooled. Previously boiled water can be stored in a clean, closed container for use within 24 hours.
But tap water is not safe because it's not adequately filtered or treated to remove organisms that can cause potentially serious infections in nasal passages, Mann said. "There are various ways to deliver saline to the nose. Nasal spray bottles deliver a fine mist and might be useful for moisturizing dry nasal passages. But irrigation devices are better at flushing the nose and clearing outIt's important to follow the instructions on the proper use and care of the devices:Prepare the saline rinse, either with the prepared mixture supplied with the device, or one you make yourself.
It's also important to make sure the device fits the age of the person using it. Some children are diagnosed with
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