As an allergy sufferer my sinus's drain, so how does one blow a nose with these in it?
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Honestly, you don't. I remove the filters to blow my nose. However, I will say that after wearing these for a while, you will find that you will be blowing your nose much less. My doctor finally got me to understand that this problem needs to be addressed in the order of: Nose, Sinus, Throat Chest. Whereas I was doing it backwards. Dealing with a runny nose, then sinus problem then sore throat then respiratory infection. Now, by blocking the irritants at the source (my nose), I am not breathing in the allergens which has greatly decreased the runny nose, draining sinus and I have not had one infection since using these. I also take zyrtec D now during the active allergy season (which I think is forever for me), flonase when needed and singulair daily. I have had to use a rescue inhaler only once in the past two months. So yes, remove them to blow your nose but I think you will find that as you wear them you will have to do that less and less.
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You'll need to remove them temporarily while you blow your nose. These fit your entire nasal opening if they are fit correctly, so what's in your sinuses will be caught by the filter.
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You can rotate them either way to blow air in or out. I placed my both ways for circulating air around the graphics card.
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The two prongs go in your nose. The loop is outside of your nose. Good luck
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My husband used his air compessor to blow these up. I believe he had to adjust the air flow as to not rush too much air in.
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Joan, the directions say to vacuum, but I bet in the case of plush toys, maybe a soft bristled brush or towel... Maybe do it outside.. I used it on a rocker, recliner, so I vacuumed and it did get rid of the problem with my nose......Maybe try doing nothing with them after they dry.
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Technically the Sinugator can pump and pulsate plain salted water but medically plain salted water is not recommended as a sinus rinse. I use distilled water mixed with the NeilMed packet or you can buy a saline solution from a pharmacy but that will be more expensive. If you are going to use tap water it should be first boiled and then you need to add the right amount of salt.
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Alkalol (not Alcolol or Alcohol to avoid any confusion) is fine to use in the SinuPulse, it is recommended to use 2 tbs for 16 oz of saline. Alkalol, is a popular nasal wash product that goes back as far as the 19th century that acts as a natural mucolytic agent and can help thin the mucous and promote drainage. It has menthol, camphor, thymol, eucalyptol, and oils of wintergreen, spearmint, pine, and cinnamon in a saline solution.
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There is a sonicrafter accessory called a "Dust Extraction Adapter", that hooks up to a shop vac. My guess the adapter screws into the holes. The adapter didn't have very good reviews, so I passed on buying one.
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Yes, but the suction isn't near as effective on our big ol' nostrils. When I have congestion right in that back sinus area that I can't blow or suck out, I use the Neil Med Sinus Rinse and it leaves me nicely snot-free. :)
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It depends on the size of your nostrils. Unless you have a very small nose you probably won't be able to get a very good seal so you won't be able to create strong suction. Also, an adult will need to empty the tiny drainage chamber many times. Even a sick baby might need it changed at least once and adults sinus cavities are much much larger. I recommend a neti pot for adults. These suction devices are better for babies because babies don't have the coordination needed to use a neti pot and are designed with their tiny noses in mind.
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Nebulizers generally are used to dispense drugs in mist form into the lungs. The SinuSense doesn't work in that fashion it is to literally flush the sinuses out, you exhale (via the mouth) while using SinuSense as such can't see where the two are compatible.
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No, the product was really well designed, all you need to do is push the "button" for the first time and see how strong the stream comes out of it and then remember to tilt you head towards the sink so the saline comes out of your nose into the drain.Remember, if you allow the saline to go down your throat, you might be swallowing the bacterias, pollen, dust, anything that was trapped in your nasal cavities and THAT might give you a sore throat. This product is THE BEST and SAFEST for washing your nose and the best, it is chemical free.Cheers!
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You can use either your mouth or a pump. There's two ports to fill. One on the head rest and one for the part you lay on.
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It works best if you put it in your mouth and then hock it up into the back of your sinuses. It doesn't fall out that way. (no, don't do that, kidding). You simply press one half into each nostril - pretty simple. They do tend to fall out while sleeping.
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If I recall, squeeze the base of the air valves and try blowing. It takes a bit of effort to squeeze the valves and blow at the same time,if I can remember correctly. Let me know if it works :-)
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If you use this spray, then blow your nose, it helps clear your nostrils, which relieves itching from dust, etc. It may also help mild allergies, but if you are suffering from severe nasal allergies (as I often do) this doesn't offer much relief. . . I got this to help moisten my nose, and it works well for that.
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I don't know if there is a way to get rid of air. I just ended up throwing one of mine out :-(