How to clean the nose for sinusitis
Feb 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
The method for nasal irrigation to treat sinusitis is as follows: First, sit upright with your body slightly leaning forward and your head lowered, making sure your nose is not lower than your mouth. Choose one nostril at will to pour the saline solution into, while keeping your mouth open to prevent choking. If fluid flows into your mouth, allow it to drain out naturally. Alternate between both sides during irrigation, but avoid irrigating for too long to prevent damage to the mucous membrane.
Nasal irrigation methods for sinusitis are as follows:
1. Sit upright with a slightly forward-leaning posture and lower your head, making sure that your nose is not positioned lower than your mouth.
2. Pour saline solution into one nostril at your choice; typically, when poured through the left nostril, the liquid will flow out from the right.
3. Keep your mouth open during irrigation to prevent choking or coughing. If fluid flows into your mouth, avoid swallowing it—allow it to drain out naturally.
4. Alternate irrigation between both sides, but avoid prolonged rinsing to prevent mucosal damage.
When irrigating the nose for sinusitis, individuals may choose appropriate methods based on their symptoms, such as using injectable normal saline, an electric nasal aspirator, or visit a hospital to undergo professional sinus irrigation under a doctor's guidance.
