What Is a Nasal Douche?

A nasal washer is a tool for cleaning the nasal cavity. It usually borrows a certain pressure (or a balloon-type nasal washer, or gravity such as a simple bottle and canister, or mechanical pressure such as an electric type) to send physiological saline into the nostrils and flows through the vestibule of the nose (the part exposed outside the head) , Sinus, nasal passage around the nasopharynx, or from one side of the nostril, or from the mouth. Through the above path, by virtue of the sterilization effect of normal saline and the impact force of water flow, the pathogenic and filth accumulated in the nasal cavity can be discharged, so as to restore the normal physiological environment of the nasal cavity, restore the self-detoxification function of the nasal cavity, and protect the nasal cavity. the goal of.

Nasal washer

A nasal washer is a tool for cleaning the nasal cavity. It usually borrows a certain pressure (or a balloon-type nasal washer, or gravity such as a simple bottle and canister, or mechanical pressure such as an electric type) to send physiological saline into the nostrils and flows through the vestibule of the nose (the part exposed outside the head) , Sinus, nasal passage around the nasopharynx, or from one side of the nostril, or from the mouth. Through the above path, by virtue of the sterilization effect of normal saline and the impact force of water flow, the pathogenic and filth accumulated in the nasal cavity can be discharged, so as to restore the normal physiological environment of the nasal cavity, restore the self-detoxification function of the nasal cavity, and protect the nasal cavity. the goal of.

Drug Name

Saline nasal washer

Alias

Nasal washer

Foreign name

Nasal Irrigator

Main indications

For rhinitis and sinusitis treatment.

Dosage

For patients with rhinitis, it is recommended to wash each morning and evening

Adverse reactions

no

Main medication contraindications

no

Dosage form

Iodine-free salt

Athletes use with caution

Inadvertent use

Whether to include health insurance

Not included

Approval Number

Chinese Food and Drug Administration (Into) Word 2007 No. 2541968

Drug type

Non-drug

rinse

1. First open the box and take out the original nasal irrigator. We will see that it is divided into three types: box, nasal salt and irrigator as shown in the figure;

2. Add warm water at about 37 degrees, the thermometer will automatically display, do not overheat the water to avoid burns, add an appropriate amount of nasal wash salt, and then let the salt water melt slowly to prepare for nasal wash;

3. Align the access hole and slowly increase the pressure by holding the airbag; it's that simple;

4, the water temperature should be controlled at about 37 degrees; do not use cold water, only one side of the nostril can be washed at one time, after the nasal wash, the sewage should be discarded, do not reuse.

For general allergic rhinitis, frequent flushing of the nasal cavity can increase the tolerance of the nasal cavity to allergies.

For other patients with rhinitis and sinusitis. Clinical evidence: Many patients who are afraid of surgery use nasal warm saline therapy and add anti-inflammatory medicine to rinse the nose at the doctor's advice. After continuous treatment for 1-2 months, generally good results can be achieved, and smooth breathing can be restored. For a purulent infection, clean the wound and let the pus drain out (if the pus is covered and cannot be drained, consider incision and drainage), and then apply topical anti-inflammatory drugs as the most direct and effective treatment method. If the wound is not cleared, just taking medicine and giving an injection will not work well. This principle is very easy to understand. In fact, the treatment of chronic rhinitis and sinusitis is the same. Rhinitis, sinusitis is the accumulation of pus in the nasal cavity and sinuses, which cannot be discharged smoothly. If the pus in the nasal cavity and sinuses can be discharged and then anti-inflammatory drugs are applied locally, it is actually the most direct and effective treatment. If the secretions cannot be discharged because the nasal cavity and sinus openings are severely blocked, at this time, the blocked opening must be opened by means of a surgical operation to allow the accumulated pus to flow out.

Traditional rhinitis and sinusitis are treated by first giving the patient oral or injection antibiotics for a period of time. If there is no improvement, surgery is recommended. Obviously, this treatment mode has its disadvantages. As if there is a wound on the skin, the doctor does not clean the wound and only gives the patient antibiotics. After a period of time, if the wound does not improve, a surgical operation is required to clean the wound. I believe that this approach will make everyone feel inadequate. Isn't it more important to change the wounds than to take antibiotics? Most skin wounds only need to clean the wound well, and a local rubbing of iodine or anti-inflammatory drugs will heal without any need for surgery.

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Simple bottle type

The simple design of the bottle-nose nasal washer is simply a simple nasal irrigator that relies on the bottle upside down and rinses with the gravity of the water and the movement of the head. It is relatively inconvenient to use. Everyone must choose carefully. One of the most important is the bottle Most nasal irrigators do not have a national medical device registration certificate, so you must ask carefully before buying.

Handbag type

The hand-held airbag nasal washer is a nasal washer commonly used in hospitals. It is also a type of nasal washer that has the same pressure as an electric nasal washer. The polymer-powered balloon pressure is easily grasped, which is a cost-effective nasal wash. Nasal device, I suggest you choose this, after all, not everyone needs an electric nasal washer.

Electric nasal wash water column

Advantages: The problem that the pressure of the manual simple nasal washer is not constant is solved, and the constant pressure is ensured.

Disadvantages: The price is relatively expensive and the noise is relatively high compared to the simple nasal wash.

People with large amounts of water and stuffy nose are not suitable for use.

Improper operation can easily cause water and water to enter the ears.

Not comfortable to use, not suitable for young children.

Electric nasal washer spray type

Advantages: It is the latest generation of nasal washer with constant pressure and high comfort. It will not cause swill and water to enter the ears, and children can use it with confidence. And it can clean the nasopharynx and sinuses, and the effect is ideal and thorough.

Disadvantages: generally more expensive than the simple

Nose brush

Advantages: safe, comfortable, convenient and effective.

Precautions for the treatment of rhinitis in children

The child's nasal cavity is relatively tender. Because children's nasal cavity is not mature enough and their ability to resist pressure is relatively weak, it is recommended that children use professional children's electric spray nasal washer.

Nasal rinsing with saline is a good medicine for sterilization and disinfection. Of course, the water temperature should be moderate, too hot and cold. Adults are around 37.8 °. You can adjust the water temperature appropriately according to the child's feelings. Therefore, when adjusting the water temperature, you should try a few more times, ask the child's comfort level, and then flush it when you feel that it is almost the same. Of course, don't worry about the children sucking in dirty water when flushing, because we all know that many things like saliva flow into the stomach for digestion. Be sure to eliminate the child s nervousness and allow her to breathe naturally and smoothly so that the child can rinse the nasal cavity well. Of course, he will enjoy the process afterwards. After the rinse, he will feel that the nose is much cleaner than before the rinse, and his mood will follow Better.

The nasal washer is a cleaning equipment tool in the field of health care. When choosing, you must pay attention to choosing a regular nasal washer produced by a regular manufacturer. After all, it is a tool that contacts the nasal cavity for the purpose of treating and preventing diseases, so it must not be careless. ^[1]

"The air is too dirty, so the nose must be washed well." The haze continued, and some people found that there was more dirt in the nasal cavity, so they chose to wash their noses to prevent haze. Many businesses see this business opportunity and launch "professional haze prevention" nasal wash products. In some drug stores and online stores, nasal washers, nasal pots, nasal preparations, nasal salts and other products are selling very well. Some businesses Declares that their products are "a good helper for cleaning the nasal cavity in haze weather", and we recommend that you wash your nose every day. Are these nasal products really as effective as claimed? Can the air pollutants inhaled into the nasal cavity and sinuses be protected from haze? Relevant experts remind everyone to deal with smog and do not rely on nasal wash products. ^[2]