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Neti Pot
Asked by K.K. from Chicago
on March 4, 2008
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Hello! I tried using the neti pot while I was newly pregnant b/c I had a sinus infection and did not want to finish the antibiotic (began before I know I was pregnant...
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- I agree. You need to tip your head way over so the water just pours out. Keep trying- it is worth it. I am not exaggerating when I say that the neti pot was life-ch...
- I learned, after trying the Neti Pot and having it just cause discomfort, that some people can't use them successfully because of the position of their estacean (sp?) ...
- I started using a neti pot during my current pregnancy - I have chronic mild allergies to nothing in particular, and this got much worse when I got pregnant again. A ...
Experience with a Neti Pot?
Asked by D.R. from Austin
on March 8, 2009
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Has anyone out there used a neti pot? Good experiences? Bad experiences?
Is it just a fad? Would it help to clear out fluid behind the ear drum after an ear infect...
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- Neti The Neti pot, while you may have never heard of it has been around for years and years, so it's not really a fad although it may seem like one. With that said I L...
- They are fabulous. I have used one for years. My cousin turned me on to it a while back. It has been used for hundreds of years I use room temp nursery water, just ne...
- neti pot will get out anything & everything. My mom, nephew, & one of my girlfriends swear by it. (she used it on her little one & OH BOY!-everything came out.) If y...
Allergy Follow-Up: Neti Pot?
Asked by S.T. from Denver
on June 8, 2011
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I just asked a question like two minutes ago about nursing/allergy medication. (sorry to be annoying and post another one!) Someone recommended the Neti Pot - I've tho...
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- I was scared to use one too. And I don't actually use a neti "pot" they have a bottle version that you can squeeze -- it seems easier for me then trying to find the ri...
- i was sooo scared, but i did try and it really helps. If you have the choice they make ones that look like teapots and others that look like squeeze bottles. the...
- Oh no, you'll be fine. We actually prefer the sinus rinse better than the netti pot. Same effect.
Ear Infection?
Asked by T.G. from Pueblo
on February 2, 2011
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Oh my goodness....I am in pain...
Well ladies, I am writing because you all are always very helpful and I have another problem. I have never had a ear infection befo...
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- Sounds like an infected tooth to me. If a tooth is dying- it will be sensitive to cold. You can freeze a wet qtip and then place it quickly on each tooth- one second o...
- Oh boy.. Ear infections hurt SO bad as adults. I remember feeling just like that and I had a bad one. But of course, I don't know for sure. Just remembering the pain. ...
- You could have an ear infection in which case I use organic garlic oil, warm it (just a little so you don't burn yourself), and put a few drops in the ear. The nice th...
Ear Infection Without Fever?
Asked by A.M. from Lakeland
on December 10, 2010
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Can you have an ear infection without a fever? My 2 1/2 year old came home from daycare with thick snot pouring out of his nose. He started coughing and complained t...
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- Try Hylands nighttime cold and cough for kids. I recently heard about it and it did wonders for my 2 1/2 year old. It's all natural and safe for kids.
- Yes it all drains & pools into the eustichian tubes causing ear pain then resulting into an ear infection he may show up with a fever in the next 24 hrs.
- my daughter had a ton of ear infections as a baby, and 1 last week. Only with 1 did she have a fever.
Have Any Tips on How to Drain Fluid in Ear After Ear Infection?
Asked by J.B. from New York
on August 11, 2011
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I had an ear infection 10 days ago. The infection cleared up, however, I still have fluid in my ear. It doesnt hurt, but it makes everything sound muffled. I asked the...
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- Hi ,I am a pediatric nurse so I think I can answer your question. The answer is simple -you do not need to drain the fluid and trying to do so may further hurt your ea...
- You want to keep the fluid thinned out much as possible so it can drain. Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Stay away from decongestants - they make fluid thic...
- From what I've read, Benadryl has not been found to be useful. Basically, if it's associated with an infection, it should clear up on its own within a month or so. (Al...
My Ears Are Plugged and Ringing After Ear Infection
Asked by C.C. from Denver
on May 12, 2008
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Hi Everyone! I'm currently taking antibiotics for an ear infection and my ears are completely blocked - plus they are ringing horribly. I have a "A" going in one ear...
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- I am a huge natural remedy believer, so my advice is this, I use an herbal ear oil to cure ear infections without antibiotics. I get it from Shirlyn's Natural Foods. ...
- I have had this happen a few times. I get ear infections a lot. I have found that, on top of the antibiotics, that over the counter decongestants work well. Anything t...
- I've had ear infections all my life. The ringing and funny sounds, and the plugged up feeling will fade once the infection is completely cleared up. Hang in there. I k...
Has Anyone Had an Ear Infection This Long???
Asked by G.H. from Duluth
on January 25, 2009
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Hello, I'm forgetting how it was to feel good...Since X-mas I have been on back to back antibiotics 3x, still no relief, ear infections!! It is ruling over how I func...
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- I also strongly recommend a trip to a chiropractor. Ear infections are caused by fluid not being able to drain properly which usually has a mechanical cause due to mis...
- EXCELLENT responses! The only thing I have to add is garlic and mullein oil ear drops. They work wonders. THey have cleared up ear infections for me and a bonus is t...
- Have you tried the chiropractor? My daughter had ear infections for several months and tried numerous antibiotics. One trip to the chiro and she hasn't had one since...
Sinus Infection
Asked by E.B. from Seattle
on March 16, 2011
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Our school has been plagued withthis horrible cold/flu. I has been hitting the kiddos hard. All three of mine have had double ear infections and massive sinus infect...
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- Kiddo fought a sinus infection for almost a month during the holidays - he finally really started to tank and we got antibiotics. (Our "first" prescription, and he's ...
- My neti pot is my best friend when I have a stuffy nose for any reason. I also use echinacea to boost my immune system. Lots of cranberry, orange, and grapefruit juice...
- The netty pot is great. I always use saline in squeeze bottle that I get at the pharmacy and then a bulb syringe to suck out the goop. I find using the bulb syringe re...
Throat Infection?
Asked by L.R. from Allentown
on February 28, 2012
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With in the past month I have had strep twice, bronchitis and double ear infection. It has been about 2 weeks since I finished all of the medicine. I woke up yesterday...
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- I would have to agree with Cheryl O. You probably should get tested for allergies. I would also try the neti-rinse. I use it twice a day for my allergies. It certainly...
- Can you just go to an ENT (Ear Nose Throat) doctor, relay your history and have him take a look? Sometimes tonsils become so infected that instead of fighting an infe...
- I use Congaplex for strep and it totally gets rid of it. 4 each day for 10 days and it works like a miracle. I've never had an antibiotic in my life, even though I...
