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That teapot-looking thing sitting in your bathroom cabinet might seem like a harmless solution for your stuffy nose, but using it incorrectly could lead to serious health consequences. Neti pots have ...

Every year for the past seven years, I’ve spent my northeast winters in a forever battle with my nasal passages. Colds are as reliable and unpleasant as tax season. Though I spend half of November ...

Whether you're battling seasonal allergies or general sinus pressure, you probably have one goal: finding relief. While there are many home remedies you can try, a neti pot is a helpful device that ...

Using safe water in a neti pot can help prevent serious infections. Neti pots can relieve sinus pressure from colds, allergies, and sinus infections. Overusing neti pots may increase your risk of ...

Sinusitis refers to an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the paranasal sinuses. It often follows the common cold and general infections. The symptoms of sinusitis are sneezing, a runny nose, ...

It’s that time of the year when you’re stuffed up and the only way to breathe is through your mouth. Finding relief to breathe easier can be challenging—and sometimes it may feel like nothing works.

Q. I use a neti pot to relieve my sinus problems and love it. But I just heard that two people died from neti pot infections. Is this true? Should I stop using mine? – Megan, Hanover, Ma. A. We YOU ...

Dealing with congestion, a runny nose, and a sore throat can feel like a cruel joke when it’s glorious outside. Why is it that some people don’t seem to be affected at all by the elements while you’re ...

Two Louisiana residents died after flushing sinuses with tap water. Dec. 16, 2011— -- The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals has issued a warning about improper Neti pot use, which has ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. NEW YORK (AP) — For years, scientists have ...