A common health concern, chronic sinus infections can significantly diminish a person's quality of life. Marked by inflammation in the air-filled sinus cavities, recurrent infections can cause ...

People who suffer from chronic sinus infections know the warning signs when one might be coming on. Doctors at Baylor College of Medicine say that is a good time to try preventative measures, such as ...

Blocked sinuses cause pressure, discomfort and headaches. While nasal irrigation (like Neti pots) works for many, it's ...

Oct. 13, 2003 (New Orleans) — Daily nasal irrigation with a hypertonic saline solution reduces not only the severity of symptoms in sinusitis, but the occurrence of acute exacerbations and the need ...

Chronic sinus infections are common and they can be hard to treat, but nasal irrigation with salt water may help prevent some sinus symptoms, according to a new study in the U.K. Inhaling steam, on ...

November 30, 2009 — A review article published in the November 15 issue of American Family Physician offers guidance on use in the family practice setting of saline nasal irrigation as an adjunctive ...

Experts weigh in on three ways to keep your sinuses clear. October 8, 2008 -- How many times are children admonished not to put things up their noses? Yet somehow fingers, food and small toys ...

Some people use nasal irrigation to clear mucus and allergens out of their sinuses. One popular irrigation device is called a neti pot. People like to post and watch videos of nasal irrigation online.

If you are suffering from sinus or nasal symptoms, a saline wash might bring relief. The balance of mucus in our bodies – particularly in our noses – is a delicate thing. Too dry, and you can be ...

Dr. Steinberg answers the question: 'What Is Nasal Irrigation, Does It Work?' — -- Question: What is nasal irrigation and is it effective? Answer: Well nasal washes serve a variety of functions.

Rachel Fairbank is a freelance science writer based in Texas. When she is not writing, she can be found spending time with her family, or at her local boxing gym. September 20, 2022 Add as a preferred ...

Advising patient with chronic sinus congestion to use nasal irrigation -- a popular nonpharmacologic treatment -- improved their symptoms, but steam inhalation did not, according to a randomized ...