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How to wash your nose with allergic rhinitis

2025-10-06 20:40:28 Mother and baby

How to wash your nose with allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis is a common nasal disease, mainly manifested as nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing and other symptoms. Nose washing is one of the effective ways to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis. This article will introduce in detail the steps, precautions and related data for nose washing to help patients wash their nose scientifically.

1. The function of washing your nose

How to wash your nose with allergic rhinitis

Washing your nose can help clear allergens, secretions and bacteria in the nasal cavity, reduce the inflammatory response of the nasal mucosa, and thus relieve symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose. Here are the main functions of nose washing:

effectillustrate
Clear allergensReduce the irritation of allergens such as pollen and dust mites to the nasal mucosa
Dilute secretionsSoften and remove mucus from the nasal cavity to relieve nasal congestion
Relieve inflammationReduce congestion and swelling of the nasal mucosa
Prevent infectionReduce bacteria and viruses in the nasal cavity

2. Steps to wash your nose

To wash your nose, you need to prepare a special nasal washer and normal saline. The following are the specific steps:

stepOperation Instructions
1. Prepare nasal soapUse medical saline or homemade saline (concentration 0.9%)
2. Adjust postureLean forward, tilt your head slightly to one side
3. Rinse the nasal cavityAlign the nose washer head at one nostril and slowly inject salt water
4. Exhaust liquidSalt water flows out from the other nostril or mouth, blow your nose gently
5. Repeat the operationRepeat the other nostril

3. Things to note

Although it is simple to wash your nose, you need to pay attention to the following things to avoid discomfort or damage your nose:

Things to noteillustrate
Water temperature controlThe temperature of salt water should be close to the body temperature (about 37℃)
Flush frequency1-2 times a day, excessive rinsing may damage the nasal mucosa
Avoid exertionAvoid excessive force during rinsing to prevent liquid from entering the middle ear
Equipment cleaningAfter use, the nasal washer needs to be thoroughly cleaned and dried

4. Frequently Asked Questions about Nose Washing

The following are the frequently asked questions and answers to patients about nose washing:

questionanswer
Will it hurt when washing your nose?It will not hurt properly, and there may be slight discomfort when using it for the first time
Can children wash their noses?Yes, but you need to use a special nasal scrubber for children under the guidance of adults
Can nose washing cure allergic rhinitis?Not cured, but it can effectively relieve symptoms
Can tap water be used for nasal washing liquid?No, tap water may contain bacteria, normal saline is required

5. Summary

Nose washing is a safe and effective way to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, but you need to master the correct operating steps and precautions. Patients should choose the appropriate frequency and tools for nasal washing according to their own situation and perform it under the guidance of a doctor. If the symptoms do not relieve or worsen after washing your nose, seek medical attention in time.

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