What is Nasal irrigation?
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Nasal irrigation is a personal hygiene practice which involves flooding the nasal cavity with warm saline solution (salt water). The goal of nasal irrigation is to clear out excess mucus and particulates and moisturize the nasal cavity.
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How do members experience Nasal irrigation?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty nose syndrome | 37 | 0 | |
| Nasal congestion | 9 | 0 | |
| Sinus congestion | 4 | 0 | |
| General health | 2 | 0 | |
| Post nasal drip | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Burning sensation in nasal passages | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 2 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Feb 01, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for Other: Major
- Side effects: None
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