Irrigation of the nasal sinuses with saline, asusually carried out for the treatment and prevention of certain colds, as well as allergic rhinitis. Such non-pharmacological treatment allows to get rid of mucus. If you regularly use saline to rinse the nose at home, you can reduce the need for the use of various drops, as well as antibiotics.
Why do I need to wash my nose
Nasal wash solution is used:
- В лечебных целях при разнообразных заболеваниях nose, as well as allergic rhinitis. Also, the formulation can be used as a preventive agent. Fizrastvor perfectly removes from the nasal sinuses, not only mucus, but also allergens, among which various bacteria.
- For moisturizing mucous membranes.Nasal flushing with saline is best done in the fall and winter. The mucous membranes of the nose, as a rule, perform protective functions. They do not allow any bacteria as well as viruses to enter the body. If the mucous membrane dries out, then its protective capabilities are significantly reduced. As a result, viral infections penetrate other organs. It is for this reason that it is so important to carry out the washing of the sinuses.
What is saline
Для промывания носа в домашних условиях It is recommended to use normal saline. This is a specially prepared composition of pure water and sodium chloride. Such a solution can be prepared independently at home.
Of course, in the manufacturing process is necessaryfollow certain rules. Experts say that to get the best result, you should use a saline solution, in which the ratio of salt and water is 0.9%. This composition is unique. It is much softer than water. In addition, saline is not able to damage the mucosal cell membranes. Due to such qualities, the composition is widely used in medicine. Usually use saline for washing the nose, dilution of some drugs. It should be noted that the drug is used in its pure form as an antiseptic.
How to prepare means
Saline for washing the nose at homeconditions can be made independently. To prepare the composition, it is enough to mix pure water and salt. At the same time it is necessary to observe certain proportions. So, how to prepare saline for washing the nose? You need to take a glass of water, the volume of which is 250 milliliters, 2.5 grams of salt. This is about half a teaspoon. This proportion allows you to prepare 0.9% saline. It should be noted that such an amount of salt in water corresponds to the content of this component in the blood plasma.
Saline for washing the nose of the newbornslightly different from the usual. For its preparation should resort to other proportions. At 250 milliliters, you can take no more than two grams of salt. In this case it is worth using special measuring tanks. The composition of saline for rinsing the nose is very simple and for its preparation does not require large expenditures.
How to carry out the procedure
Suitable saline solution for washing the nose of newborns and adults. However, many do not even know how to properly conduct this procedure. You can do a nasal wash as follows:
- With the help of a special device thatis a product that looks like a teapot for brewing tea with a pen and a narrow neck. Use saline to rinse the nose of a newborn very carefully. To carry out the procedure an adult can over the sink. In this case, the head should be tilted to the side. Fluid must be injected into the nostril. At the same time, it is not necessary to close the mouth, since the liquid must pour out through it. If you want the solution to go out through the second nostril, then during the procedure, you should pronounce the sound "and".
- Второй способ заключается в использовании rubber pear. In this case, the washing should be carried out as indicated in the first paragraph. The difference lies in the fact that you need to insert a syringe into the nostril, and then slowly press on it. This should be done carefully.
If there are no rubber pears at hand, then you cantype a little solution in the palm of your hand, and then draw each of the nostrils in turn. After that, you need to hold the nose and tilt your head forward or throw it back several times. In the first case, the fluid will flow through the nostrils, and in the second - through the mouth.
How to wash the nose baby
Saline for washing the nose, the price of whichis 35-50 rubles, can be purchased at the pharmacy. For children, suitable tools such as "Physiomer", "Marimer", "Aqualor", "Quix", "Aquamaris", "Aqualor baby". What to choose a saline solution for washing the nose? The price in this case plays an important role. After all, the usual composition is several times cheaper than imported counterparts. Therefore, before using any means you should consult with experts.
The above methods of washing the nosesuitable for babies. To clean the nose of a small child, you need to drip a few drops of liquid in each nostril. To carry out the procedure should be from 3 to 5 times during the day.
To wash the nose of an older child, you needtilt his head so that the nostrils are parallel to the floor. You can use a syringe or a dropper to instill a child’s nose. A good option is inhalation, which is carried out using a nebulizer. The main thing - do not scare the baby.
Nose rinsing rules
To achieve a better result, you should follow some rules:
- Ready-made saline for washing the nose at home should not be very cold or hot.
- If breathing is difficult, then vasoconstrictor drops should be applied before the procedure.
- In the process of washing the nose should control the jet pressure. It should not be too strong.
- After the procedure, you should not go out for 60 minutes.
