According to experts, washing with the device is effective in relieving symptoms such as stuffy nose and sneezing. Find out more!
With a kettle-like shape, the neti pot is a device suitable for performing nasal washing at high volume and low pressure. “It is a very old container, used for many years and which can be found in pharmacies or even in online stores”, explains the Dr. Carolina Brotto de Azevedootolaryngologist.
In this method the serum enters the nose only with the help of gravity, says the Dr. Maura Neves, otolaryngologist at the University of Sao Paulo (USP).
“A big advantage of the neti pot over other nasal rinsing devices is that, being pressure-free, tends to cause less ear discomfort during use“, adds Azevedo.
In addition to the auction, syringes AND bottles can be used to clean the nose. “When washing with the syringe it is essential to be very careful not to injure the nostril”, advises Dr Carolina.
Benefits of nasal washing
High volume nasal lavage helps humidification of the air passing through the nose, in addition to contributing to the mechanical cleaning of allergens and microorganisms in contact with the nasal mucosa, it highlights the Dr. Bruno Borges de Carvalo Barrosotolaryngologist at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP).
By eliminating impurities, pathogens and irritants, chemicals and pollution from the nose, it helps prevention allergic attacks, rhinitis, sinusitis, inflammatory conditions and respiratory infections.
Symptoms Nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing and itching can be relieved through this practice.
“If the person has been in a place with a lot of mold or has been in a closed environment with a lot of people coughing and sneezing, washing with the neti pot helps remove viruses, bacteria and dirt that may have remained inside the nose,” underlines the Dr. Jamal Azzamotolaryngologist.
It is recommended to wash your nose twice daily, in the morning and in the evening. “In crises I recommend doing it at least four times a day,” teaches Dr. Maura.
How to use nasal neti pot?
- First, make sure your device is clean.
- Add warm saline solution;
- Tilt your head slightly forward and turn it towards the opposite side of the nostril that will be irrigated;
- Insert the nozzle of the neti pot into the entrance of the nostril;
- Open your mouth;
- Tilt the bottle and let the saline solution drip, which may take a few seconds to come out the other side;
- Repeat the process in the other nostril.
Throughout the process, it is necessary keep your mouth open breathe and avoid the serum entering the throat causing suffocation.
“Finally, dry gently with a towel or paper towel and Remember to do not blow your nose for 5 minutesso as not to cause ear pain,” says Dr. Bruno .
What liquids can be used for nasal washing?
“You can use the liquid serum that we buy in the pharmacy, those specific sachets that are mixed in water or a homemade serum prepared with adequate hygiene and handling. The temperature of the liquid must be warm“, says Dr. Carolina.
The nose should never be washed with water, as this could encourage contamination. “The best thing is for washing with a neti pot or any other device to be guided by a doctor. If done correctly and following the necessary precautions, it is a safe technique,” recalls Azevedo.
Can you wash your nose even if you have the flu?
The answer is YES. If you have the flu, rinsing your nose with a neti pot can help reduce the intensity and duration of respiratory symptoms, experts say.
“However, if the nose is very obstructed and there is difficulty in the outflow of serum, do not force or crush the deviceas this can cause discomfort and ear problems,” warns Dr. Jamal.
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