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 ScarletOWhora85 |
So, what does JJB think about Neti Pots? |
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Posts: 16628 (09/19/2009 10:29 PM) |
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I'm intrigued. I have read really good things, and I know Oprah likes it. 
I'm going to try it to see if it will help with my never ending sinus problems. |
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Posts: 3433 (09/19/2009 10:34 PM) |
My brother is happy with his. I always worry about him drowning when he uses it.
 He's 21, but he's a moron, so it's a legitimate concern.
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Posts: 13584 (09/19/2009 10:35 PM) |
Yeah I've heard great things about it. It freaks me out.
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Posts: 8076 (09/19/2009 10:36 PM) |
what is it?
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Posts: 607 (09/19/2009 10:36 PM) |
My roommate has been using one non-stop for the past few days because he has a cold. He swears by it.
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Posts: 3434 (09/19/2009 10:37 PM) |
idontknowwhat wrote: It's this water device that you pour through one nostril, up into your sinus cavities, and the water pours out the other nostril. It's a real sight to see, especially in person. When I first watched my brother do it I was like 'nOOoOOOO!!!!O!OO!!!'. He says it really does work though. |
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Posts: 4958 (09/19/2009 10:38 PM) |
They do work. I use mine when I have a cold, and it really clears everything out. My fiance uses it for allergies, and it really helps him.
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Posts: 11865 (09/19/2009 10:40 PM) |
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ScarletOWhora85 |
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Posts: 16630 (09/19/2009 11:14 PM) |
Oops, I forgot about this.
Yeah, they kinda freak me out, but since I keep hearing such good things, I thought I'd give it a try. |
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Posts: 3194 (09/19/2009 11:16 PM) |
My husband got one several months ago and it helped his sinuses a lot. I've never tried it though...
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Posts: 1988 (09/19/2009 11:18 PM) |
Sinus rinses really do work. You don't have to use a neti pot, you can also use a squeeze bottle. It has more control.
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Posts: 8079 (09/19/2009 11:21 PM) |
that sounds disgusting
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Posts: 31572 (09/19/2009 11:22 PM) |
I use the little squeeze bottle and it works well. It doesn't make the infection go away, but it helps keep it cleansed and soothes when my sinuses are
hurting. I know you've had a lot of problems like me - do you take anything daily to help?
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Posts: 74254 (09/19/2009 11:25 PM) Most Generous JJBer '07 |
My Neti Pot almost killed me. I thought I was drowning.
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Posts: 13596 (09/19/2009 11:27 PM) |
1) I think I would feel like I was drowning.
2) Even if I feel like shit, I don't want to know what's going on in there. I would be SO grossed out. I know that's silly, but that's how
it is.
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AlfTheGreat |
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Posts: 31575 (09/19/2009 11:29 PM) |
You have to breathe through your mouth, people.
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ScarletOWhora85 |
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Posts: 16636 (09/19/2009 11:42 PM) |
Yeah, it sucks! I don't really know what to take daily. What do you take? I take Claritin a lot, but this sinus infection isn't because of allergies. I
think I need a strong antibiotic for a longer period of time or something.
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Posts: 1097 (02/09/1993 3:53 PM) |
I like it, except be careful about the water temp. Once I got it a little too warm and OW. Also if it's cold it hurts. I don't use it daily, but if I
feel like I'm getting a sinus headache, or I start feeling stuffed up, I use it and it usually helps. I do think it gives me trouble with my ears though,
but who knows for sure.
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Posts: 16639 (09/20/2009 12:01 AM) |
What kind of trouble with your ears?
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Posts: 31580 (09/20/2009 12:05 AM) |
ScarletOWhora85 wrote: I used to take 2 Zyrtec D a day (that was crazy expensive) but now my doc has me on Allegra-D and a steroid nose spray. I can't remember the name, I'll have to check. Fluca-something. |
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