Why isn't my neti pot working?!
Question:
Why isn't my neti pot working?
I have recently started using a neti pot to help clear out my sinuses and help with colds and allergies.
Last night I used it and the water stopped flowing through my nose, it just dribbled out, and i can feel that there is still fluid in my head.
Is there a reason the water isn't flowing out of my nose like it should?
Answers:
Are you very stuffed up?
you might have some inflammation up there.
Maybe it went down your throat, which happens.
It shouldn't sting if you have found the correct sea salt/bottled water balance. Remember: don't use the iodized table salt becasue the iodine isn't best for your nose. Only use sea salt. And use non-chlorinated water. Also, it should be lukewarm, not hot or cold.
I have found that the homeopathic kali bichromicum tablets at the health food store reduce my swollen nasal membranes without the use of drugs, which dry me out more and make me feel icky.
Also, you can buy some of those over the counter saline sprays for on the go.