nasalcare

Q: What is nasal irrigation?
A:Nasal irrigation, or nasal lavage, or nasal wash, or nasal rinse is a personal hygiene as well as a therapeutic practice in which the nasal cavity is washed with a solution to flush out excess mucus, pathogens, inflammatory factors and debris from the nose and sinuses.  It has been practiced in India for centuries as one of the disciplines of yoga. Modern clinical studies have demonstrated that nasal irrigation is a simple, safe and effective alternative preventive and therapeutic modality for many common acute or chronic nasal sinus illnesses. Many medical professional societies have endorsed or recommended nasal irrigation for reducing some very common nasal or sinus problems.

Q: How does nasal irrigation work?
A: Nasal irrigation reduces many common upper respiratory illnesses through the following several mechanisms independently, simultaneously or jointly:

• Mechanically washing out pathogenic microorganisms from nasal and or sinus cavities
• Mechanically washing out harmful pollens, dusts, and any other environmental  pollutants from nasal and or sinus cavities
• Loosening, softening and washing out built up mucus secretion and/or pus from Nasal and or sinus cavities
• Diluting, reducing and removing inflammatory mediators in the nasal and or nasal cavities
• Forming a thin protective liquid film over nasal and sinus membrane and therefore reducing pathogen contact with nasal and sinus membrane
• Restoring, promoting or activating ciliary function and therefore strengthening Nasal and sinus self-cleansing and protecting mechanisms
• Promoting/restoring normal biological microenvironment in the nasal and sinus cavities and therefore promoting healthy bacterial flora and reducing pathogenic microorganism growth in the nasal and sinus cavities.

 

Q: Do all nasal irrigation products work equally effectively?
A: No. Not all products are created equal with some products better than others. A nasal irrigation system consists of two parts: the irrigator, and the rinse mix. The quality and the design of the irrigator, and the formulation of the rinse mix can significantly influence the effectiveness of the product. Some nasal irrigators in the market are poorly designed and poorly manufactured. The most serious design defect of some common nasal irrigators in the market is backflow. Backflow means that liquid re-enters into the nasal irrigator from outside when the pressure inside the irrigator becomes negative. Because liquid in the nasal cavity may contain bacteria, fungi, or viruses, if such liquid enters into the irrigator, the irrigator and the remaining solution in the irrigator will become contaminated, and re-infection of nasal cavity and or sinus cavities may occur. Therefore, backflow may pose a potentially serious health risk to the user.

All rinse mixes contain salt, either table salt or sea salt. Table salt is much cheaper than sea salt, but it is also not as good as sea salt. Because sea salt, particularly Dead Sea salts are rich in other health beneficial minerals or trace elements besides sodium, sea salt is better for mucus membranes and cilia, and it may also have direct anti-bacterial fungal, viral and inflammatory effects. Therefore, rinse mix with sea salt is superior to those with regular salt. Better ingredients, better results.

Q: For what medical conditions is nasal irrigation useful?
A: Nasal irrigation can be used alone or in combination with other conventional treatment methods to reduce the frequency of many common upper respiratory illnesses including but not limited to:

• allergic rhinitis
• acute and or chronic sinorhinonitis
• common cold and flu
• post nasal/sinus surgeries
• pregnancy-induced rhinitis
• post nasal/sinus radiation therapy
• sjogren’s syndrome with dry nose

 

Q: Can nasal rinses prevent or reduce a head cold and/or flu symptoms?
A: Nasal irrigation, in the very earliest stages of a head cold and/or flu, may reduce the incidence and duration of symptoms of the sinus and nasal infection. Additionally, nasal irrigation during a cold or flu may reduce transmission of the disease to others around as it may reduce the concentration of the viruses in the aerosol generated by cough or sneezing and released into the air..

Q: Is nasal irrigation also beneficial for a normal person without nasal or sinus illness?
A: Yes, nasal irrigation is also beneficial for a normal person without sinus or nasal illness. Like brushing teeth, nasal irrigation can reduce the chance of nasal and or sinus illness by removing or eliminating the pathogens in the nasal and or sinus cavities before they cause any illnesses. In addition, nasal irrigation may reduce or eliminate bad breath.  

Q: Can nasal rinses reduce or cure snoring?
A: In some cases, nasal rinses have reduced the symptoms of snoring. 

Q: Does nasal irrigation improve the sense of smell?
A: It is well known that chronic rhinitis or chronic sinus disease will affect the sense of smell and taste. Rinsing with NasalCareâ„¢ Nasal Irrigator may reduce the symptoms of chronic nasal and sinus diseases which in turn improve the sense of smell and taste.  

Q: Will I sense burning when I rinse my nose?
A:You may sense burning if you use pure water or other solution. You should not sense any burning or stinging if you use our patented NasalCare nasal rinse mix following our direction. 

Q: When is the best time to rinse my nose?
A: The best time to rinse your nose is when you feel you were exposed to pathogens. For daily hygiene purposes, nasal rinses can be done at any time of the day. Generally speaking, it is convenient to rinse your nose in the evening when there is no time pressure and you can keep your nose clean for the whole evening before you need to go outdoor and expose to dirty air again. 

Q: How often should the nasal irrigation be performed?
A:Whenever you think you have exposed to the pathogens. For nose hygiene purposes, 2-3 times per week should be fine. 

Q: Can I share my nasal irrigator with my family member?
A: Due to the possibility of transmitting infection to each other, it is not recommended to share your NasalCare Nasal Irrigator.  

Q: What are the advantages of NasalCare nasal irrigation system?
A: NasalCare nasal irrigation system has many significant advantages over the other similar products in the market, but the most and foremost significant of all are 1) backflow free and 2) use of health beneficial mineral rich sea salt. Unlike other similar products, NasalCare nasal irrigator contains a pair of one-way valves, a liquid valve and an air valve, and the two valves working together prevents any liquid returning into the irrigator when the pressure inside the irrigator becomes negative after each squeeze. Backflow may pose a potentially serious health risk for the users as it can cause contamination and re-infection.

Sea salt contains many other health beneficial minerals or trace elements besides sodium, sea salt is better for mucus membranes and cilia, and it may also have direct anti-bacterial fungal, viral and inflammatory effects. Therefore, NasalCare nasal rinse mix is better for the nasal and sinus membranes and is more effective against bacteria, fungi, viruses and inflammation.  

Q: Is NasalCare Nasal Irrigation System safe for pregnant women?
A: Our NasalCare Nasal irrigation System (both the device and the solution) is safe for pregnant women and does not have any known interaction with other drugs. As a matter of fact, one of the benefits the product offer is to relief symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis, whereas traditional treatments cannot. The symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis include persistent coughing, sneezing, nasal itching and congestion, runny nose, and sometimes headache.

Many women (about 20-30%) experience symptoms of nasal congestion, coughing, and sneezing during pregnancy. Pregnancy rhinitis can really impact the quality of people's life. It makes it difficult for people to sleep well, breath comfortably, and perform their day-to-day functions. 

Q: Can children use NasalCare Nasal Irrigation System?
A: NasalCare is safe for children over 5 years of age. It is not recommended for children 5 and under years and under, unless otherwise directed by a physician. 

Q: How can I clean my NasalCare Nasal Irrigator?
A: Our NasalCare Nasal Irrigator is free of backflow, and therefore backflow caused contamination does not exist. Because of that, rinsing the irrigator with tab water is often enough after each usage. Please do not boil the irrigator in water. 

Q: Should workers exposed to occupational dust perform nasal rinses?
A: : Fire fighters and workers who are exposed to a large amount of environmental or occupational dust from construction work, farming, mining or various indoor and outdoor occupations may benefit by regular use of the nasal rinse procedure. You should rinse the nose as soon as possible after the exposure. The sooner the irritant is removed from the delicate nose membranes, the less likely the membranes are to get inflamed and congested. 

Q: What is the difference between saline solution and NasalCare Nasal Rinse Mix?
A: NasalCare Nasal Rinse Mix contains sea salt, along with sodium bicarbonate, sodium citrate, and plant extracts. The solution made with our rinse mix is adjusted to the pH which can kill viruses. The packets are easy and convenient to prepare 8 oz rinse solution. Using our mix to rinse your nose, you will feel soothing and breathing easily. 

Q: Can children use NasalCare Nasal Rinse System?
A: Yes, as long as he or she can follow our directions. Our NasalCare device is so user-friendly. Nasal irrigation using our NasalCare kit is as simple as brushing your teeth. The mix to make the nasal rinse solution is all natural and safe unless you are allergic to sea salt or Aloe.

Q: When is the best time to rinse my nose?
A: The best time to rinse your nose is when you feel you were exposed to pathogens. For daily hygiene purposes, nasal rinses can be done at any time of the day. Generally speaking, it is convenient to rinse your nose in the evening when there is no time pressure and you can keep your nose clean for the whole evening before you need to go outdoor and expose to dirty air again.

Q: What is a sinus?
A: A sinus is a hollow space within the bones of the face. The sinuses are lined by delicate membrane, or mucosa. There are four pairs of sinuses with functions of protecting the lungs by humidifying and warming the air inhaled, adding to the sense of smell and the quality of human sound. 

Q: How many people suffer from allergic rhinitis and sinusitis?
A: Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation of the nasal passages, usually associated with watery nasal discharge and itching of the nose and eyes. 
Allergic rhinitis affects about 20 percent of the American population and ranks as one of the most common illnesses in the U.S. The symptoms occur in the nose and eyes and usually occur after exposure to dust, danders, or certain seasonal pollens in people that are allergic to these substances. 
The best treatment for allergic rhinitis is avoidance of the allergen or minimization of contact with it. Rinsing the noses with NasalCareâ„¢ Nasal Irrigator frequently can help reduce the accumulation of the allergens inside the nose. Therefore, it can reduce the occurrences of allergic rhinitis or the symptoms. 

Q: What is rhinitis? What is sinusitis?
A: Rhinitis is an inflammation of the mucosa of nasal passages. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucosa of various sinuses, which are located around the nasal passages. Usual symptoms include increased nasal secretions and pain or headache around the sinuses. Because Rhinitis and Sinusitis often occur together and is difficult to diagnose separately, physicians use a new term of rhinusitis to describe the disease.

Q: What may cause rhinitis and sinusitis?
A: cold or flu viruses, allergens, bacteria, fungi, chemical vapor and cigarette smoke, various dusts, grass and smog, nasal polyps and deviated nasal septum.

Q: What are antihistamines?
A: Antihistamines are the most common medications used to treat allergies. They work by blocking the effects of histamine which is released during an allergic reaction and help relieve the symptoms of sneezing, itchy nose and eyes and runny nose. They are not as helpful with nasal congestion. 

Q: What is an allergen? Can you name a few allergens?
A: Allergens are materials, which, after accumulating to the nasal mucosa or respiratory mucosa, cause overreaction of body’s immunosystem and lead to allergic symptoms. 

The most common allergen is tree or grass pollens. Outdoor allergens include grass and mold. Indoor allergens include dust mites, molds, pet dander and cockroach related particles. Other substances such as paint vapor, fiber dust, cigarette smoke, perfumes and aerosol sprays can also cause allergic reaction. 

Q: What is a mold?
A: Mold is a fungus. It usually grow in damp and warm places, such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens, water damaged areas such as wood or carpets, water coolers, heater fans, etc. 

Q: What is pet dander?
A: Pet dander is the small particles from skin of animals and birds. Any pet with hair or feathers will shed dander. Dander is a very common cause of indoor allergies at home or in animal farms. 

Q: What is seasonal allergic rhinitis?
A: Allergy symptoms occur at certain seasons such as Spring or Autumn are commonly called hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis. These symptoms are commonly caused by pollens, grass and molds. 

Q: What is the relationship between rhinitis/sinusitis and asthma?
A: Physicians found that frequent rhinitis and chronic sinusitis can lead to asthma. Curing or reducing rhinitis/sinusitis may improve the symptoms of asthma significantly. Approximately 80% of the patients suffering from allergic asthma do have coexisting allergic rhinitis. 

Q: How often should the nasal rinse be performed?
A: Whenever you think you have exposed to the pathogens. For nose hygiene purposes, 2-3 times per week should be fine.

Q: Is NasalCare Nasal Rinse System safe for pregnant women?
A: Our NasalCare Nasal Rinse System (both the device and the solution) is safe for pregnant women and does not have any known interaction with other drugs. As a matter of fact, one of the benefits the product offer is to relief symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis, whereas traditional treatments cannot. The symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis include persistent coughing, sneezing, nasal itching and congestion, runny nose, and sometimes headache.

Many women (about 20-30%) experience symptoms of nasal congestion, coughing, and sneezing during pregnancy. Pregnancy rhinitis can really impact the quality of people's life. It makes it difficult for people to sleep well, breath comfortably, and perform their day-to-day functions.

Q: Is NasalCare safe for pregnant women?
A: Our NasalCare Nasal Rinse System (both the device and the solution) is very safe for pregnant women and does not have any known interaction with other drugs. As a matter of fact, one of the benefits the product offers is to relief symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis. The symptoms of pregnancy rhinitis include persistent coughing, sneezing, nasal itching and congestion, runny nose, and sometimes headache.

Many women (about 20-30%) experience symptoms of nasal congestion, coughing, and sneezing during pregnancy. Pregnancy rhinitis can really impact the quality of people's life. It makes it difficult for people to sleep well, breath comfortably, and perform their day to day functions.

Q: Is your NasalCare Nasal Rinse System the same as saline nasal spray?
A: No. Our NasalCare Nasal Rinse Kit is very different from saline nasal sprays. Ours provides much more volume (240 ml or 8 oz) than nasal sprays (a few drops, or less than 5 ml if you use the entire bottle at one time). NasalCare Nasal Rinse System can clean your nose and remove pathogens from your nose while the spray only moistens your nose.

Q: What is the advantage of NasalCare?
A: The patented, unique nasal rinse device is composed of a bottle pump with a pair of one-way air valve and one-way liquid valve. The one-way liquid valve permits the fluid to flow only from the liquid transfer tube into the nostril but not back to the bottle, therefore, preventing the solution in the bottle from contamination. The one-way air valve allows air to flow into the bottle to prevent negative pressure in the bottle. This technology allows continue nasal irrigation, a key factor to deliver the solution into sinus. The flow speed of the liquid is easily controlled by the user's hand.

Q: Will I sense burning when I rinse my nose?
A: You may sense burning if you use pure water or other solution. You should not sense any burning or stinging if you use our patented NasalCare nasal rinse mix following our direction.

Q: Do nasal rinses improve the sense of smell?
A: It is well known that chronic rhinitis or chronic sinus disease will affect the sense of smell and taste. Rinse noses with NasalCareâ„¢ Nasal Irrigator can reduce the symptoms of chronic nasal and sinus diseases which in turn improve the sense of smell and taste. 

Q: Can NasalCare Nasal Irrigator help to improve bad breath?
A: Yes. In some cases, bad breath may be caused by bacteria hid in depth of nose channel due to chronic nasal and sinus diseases. Rinse with NasalCareâ„¢ Nasal irrigator will remove those bad bacteria and eliminate bad breath.

Q: Can I share my nasal irrigator with my family member?
A: Due to the possibility of transmitting infection each other, it is not recommended to share your NasalCare Nasal Irrigator. 

Q: How can I clean my NasalCare Nasal Irrigator?
A: Our NasalCare Nasal Irrigator is designed to prevent the solution from back-flow caused contamination. Therefore, it is enough rinsing the irrigator with tab water after each using. If you really feel that your irrigator is dirty, you can clean it with 5% home-use bleach following by thorough rinsing with tab water. Please don’t boil the irrigator in water.