Dear Smile E.
I see sinus rinsing discussed in the PCD Facebook groups all the time. How do I know if sinus rinses are for me? And do they really help with PCD, because my ENT has never brought up the subject.
Signed,
Stuffed Up
Dear Stuffed Up,
Think of saline rinses for your sinuses as airway clearance for your sinuses. However you should be evaluated by an ENT before starting them because it’s common for PCD patients to have underdeveloped sinuses that could potentially lead to the saline getting stuck in certain parts of the sinuses, which then becomes a breeding ground for additional infections. Your ent should make sure your sinuses are open and clear of obstructions to allow the rinse to flow freely back out of your sinuses.
Yours Truly,
Smile E. Turtle
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