Nasal Douche: How to properly maintain your respiratory health guardian?

1. The role and working principle of Nasal Douche
As a professional nasal care tool, the nasal irrigator can effectively remove allergens, germs, dust and excess mucus in the nasal cavity through gentle saline flushing. It can remove pathogenic substances in the nasal cavity through physical methods, reducing the incidence of respiratory diseases such as colds and allergic rhinitis. The flushing process can keep the nasal cavity moist and relieve the discomfort caused by dryness. Regular use can promote the movement of nasal cilia and enhance the self-cleaning function of the nasal cavity. For postoperative patients, it can help remove blood scabs and secretions and accelerate wound healing.

2. Analysis of suitable users
Nasal irrigators are particularly suitable for six groups of people: patients with allergic rhinitis can reduce allergen contact through daily irrigating; patients with chronic sinusitis can use it to remove purulent secretions and improve ventilation; people with colds can accelerate virus excretion and shorten the course of the disease; residents in areas with severe air pollution can regularly clean inhaled particles; patients after nasal surgery need to perform wound care according to doctor's instructions; and office workers who are in air-conditioned environments for a long time and have dry nasal cavities. Infants and young children should use special low-pressure models under the guidance of doctors, while those with severe nasal septum deviation or frequent nosebleeds should be cautious. For people with low immunity, special attention should be paid to the disinfection of the irrigator to avoid secondary infection.

3. Daily maintenance of Nasal Douche
The correct maintenance of the nasal irrigator is related to the effect and safety of use. A systematic maintenance process should be established after using the nasal irrigator. After each use, the water tank and pipeline should be rinsed with pure water immediately, and the detachable parts should be disassembled and dried to avoid bacteria breeding in a humid environment. Deep disinfection should be carried out once a week, which can be done by boiling or soaking in special disinfectant tablets. Silicone parts should be checked regularly for aging and deformation, and the sealing ring is recommended to be replaced every 3-6 months. The inner wall of the water tank is prone to scaling, so it can be soaked in white vinegar solution and wiped with a soft cloth. For electric models, pay attention to waterproofing, keep the charging port dry, and fully charge and discharge the battery once a month to maintain performance. When traveling, empty the stored water and put it in a dust bag to avoid squeezing and deformation.

4. Common problems and solutions
You may encounter some problems when using Nasal Douche:
Ear pain during flushing is usually caused by excessive pressure or incorrect posture. It should be adjusted to the recommended pressure and the head should be tilted forward 30 degrees.
Poor water flow may be caused by blocked nozzles. You can use a fine needle to gently dredge or replace a new nozzle.
If the electric model stops working suddenly, check the power connection first, then confirm whether the overheating protection is triggered, and try again after standing for 30 minutes.
Water leakage problems are mostly caused by aging of the sealing ring or improper assembly. Replace the sealing ring or reinstall it.
Residual odor indicates that disinfection is required. Soak it in a 1:1 water-vinegar mixture for 2 hours.
If the nasal cavity becomes dryer after flushing, the frequency of use should be reduced, or isotonic saline should be used instead of hypertonic saline.
For postoperative patients, it is recommended to use special flushing solutions prepared by professional medical institutions instead of ordinary saline. When abnormal conditions such as persistent nose bleeding and severe headache occur, stop using it immediately and seek medical attention.