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Anyone Use Neilmed Nasal Rinse?
Asked by J.R. from Saginaw
on May 18, 2008
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Has anyone tried those nasal rinse kits? I have the Neilmed kit (not the little pot). I'm a little leary about irrigating my nose! Spraying water up my nose just makes...
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- My doctor gave me a recipe for nasal irrigation because I had sinus infections at least 3 times every winter. I just use a baby syringe bulb, mix 2 heaping teaspoons ...
- not only do i use it and find it incredibly helpful for seasonal allergies, but i have also convinced my five year old to use the pediatric size one, and it has given ...
- Yes, I used the nasal rinse kit over the weekend. It was GREAT! It's not as bad as it sounds. It just washes the sinuses out. I felt much better after I had done i...
Advice and Tips Needed for Nasal Congestion
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on December 27, 2010
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Hello Mamas,
My DD is 12 years old and she suffers with asthma and allergies (dust mites, mold). Winter seems to be her worst season and although we are seeing her ...
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- Hi Sandy, I would recommend that she try Neil Med Sinus Rinse. I started using it during my first pregnancy, and since then I haven't needed to take as many allerg...
- I would use the spray instead of the neti. Same concept but much easier to do IMO.
- Oh boy I am dealing with similar issue with my boys. They are 7 & 4 and it's tough to control this but I was told by their pediatrician to give them plenty of warm wat...
Anyone Have Nasal Polops?
Asked by D.G. from Milwaukee
on January 5, 2011
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I do and would like to talk with anyone else who has this to get advice/suggestions.
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- I had surgery a few years ago and I felt better as soon as I woke up. I had chronic sinus infections and sinus pain for years before I had the surgery. I went to an ...
- I was told I have nasal polyps but they just told me to take Flonaze which I did for awhile but not sure if they shrunk or not. I have sinus issues quite a bit and wa...
- I have had polyps on several occasions, and had them surgically removed once. They can and will grow back if the cause is not removed or reduced. In my case the cause ...
Advice on Polyp Surgery
Asked by J.C. from Austin
on October 13, 2008
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Dear Moms,
I need advice from those of you who have had polyps in your sinuses. My daughter, age 25, has them, and her doctor thinks they should be surgically r...
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- I had a polyp removed when I was 17, as well as some other sinus surgery (tonsils and adenoids, septum straightened, ethenoid sinuses opened, and turbenoids shrunk). I...
- I personally had nasal polyp at the age of 13. Yes they should be removed and the surgery is not realy invasive. I did not even have to stay in the hospital over night...
- I have reoccurring sinus infections and finally found a good doctor who thinks we can treat it without surgery. Since then I have not had a sinus infection. I know the...
Need Advice on Dealing with Constant Sinus Infections
Asked by A.B. from Phoenix
on April 5, 2008
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It seems everytime I get a cold I also get a sinus infection. Normally I just let it take its painful toll and wait it out without taking any antibiotics. In the las...
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- Hello. I just wanted to tell you about something that I've been using for the last two years. My sister told me about it and then I saw it on Oprah. It's called the...
- My mom has the same issue as you do. Recently her doctor told her that as soon as she feels a cold coming on to immediately take some Sudafed or another decongestant,...
- I third the Neti Pot! It is awesome!! You can get one at almost any store these days, including Walgreens. The cost 15-20 dollars. I had mine for years before I wo...
My Husband Snores Badly Every Night
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on April 12, 2008
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Does anyone have any suggestions about helping this situation. Either him or me. My husband snores so much the room almost shakes. I do not want to leave our bed, as I...
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- S.: try rolling him on his side or stomach.. P., RLC, IBCLC, CST Breastfeeding and Parenting Solutions
- As a dentist I recommend a snore guard. I have several patients that I have made them for, and they swear by them. I have also made one for my husband. Call my offi...
- My husband used to be the same way. I used the ear plugs at WalMart that come in a big tub and they are 32 decibal. I could still hear the kids if the cried, but it ...
Sinus Problems and Anxiety
Asked by R.F. from Detroit
on May 10, 2009
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I have been dealing with sinus problems, basically my whole life. But since my son was about 6 months old, I have had periods of time where I have major sinus issues....
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- I have chronic dizziness off and on, but I've been told that an ear/nose/throat doc can do a correction in the office that may rid me of it, so that will be my next st...
- Try the Netty (ie) Pot. You can get it at the drug store. It won't cure your sinus propblems, but it will greatly improve and clean out your sinus cavities.
- Hi R., My name is K.. I'm sorry for what is happening. It must be miserable for you. The best I can do to help is pray to Jesus for you. He's the best Dr. I know....
7 Year Old Still Having Accidents
Asked by T.J. from Pocatello
on October 26, 2009
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I've posted about this before, but I'm hoping that maybe there'll be something new from all you wonderful mamas.
My seven year old daughter was fully toilet train...
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- Hi T., My daughter is 6 and was still having accidents too. The thing that REALLY helped was taking her to a Chiropracter for a few adjustments. We have a family ...
- Sometimes the anxiety of making it to the bathroom can make it harder. Kind of a 'mental block'. Since it happens right after putting on PJs, it seems kinda likely. ...
- Good job being persistent to figure it out. I don't have a solution, just a couple thoughts. If it is potentially a medical issue, remember not to criticize or make ...
ALLERGY Or No Allergy
Asked by E.O. from Chicago
on March 22, 2010
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thanks for all your responses in advance.
Now,my 4 yr old started having this "runny nose"at 2yrs.
First ,i thought she pushed s'thing into her nose.A trip to the em...
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- Doctors annoy me sometimes! Her tonsils are large because she has an allergy! Removing them would be solving the symptom, not the problem. Sometimes allergy test...
- Allergies can develop at any time. And they can come and go. Tonsils/adenoids can become infected and be a problem. Or they can just get large for no particular rea...
- I would get a 2nd opinion.... before doing something like surgery. Her tests, have been negative. Do you have pets? Fruit trees around the house? Anything flowe...
3 Year Old with Possible Sleep Apnea
Asked by K.H. from Austin
on August 26, 2011
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Is it possible for a 3 year old to have sleep apnea? I was watching my son sleep today when I noticed him having apnea like episodes. He has always been a snorer, but ...
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- sleep apnea is when you stop breathing in your sleep. my husband recently had heart surgery due to the years of sleep apnea going untreated. it effects your body your ...
- Absolutely possible! More common that we all know. You will want to make an appointment with an ENT. We have seen numerous pediatric ENT's but our favorites are Dr. ...
- My daughter had it due to large adenoids and swollen tonsils. She had surgery and although she still snores she can breath just fine now. Schedule a visit with an ENT.
