During pregnancy, the body is going through many changes as it supports the growing fetus. At this time, it is much more important to be aware of the substances entering the body than during other life stages. Dealing with infections and other ailments during pregnancy is difficult because of the effect that medications could have on the fetus. Therefore, natural remedies are the safest method of alleviating any symptoms.

Pregnancy rhinitis is a condition similar to allergic rhinitis and is quite common among pregnant women—in fact, 20 to 30% of all pregnant women experience this condition to some degree. The difference between pregnancy rhinitis and allergic rhinitis seems to be the cause. Allergic rhinitis is caused by substances such as pollen, dust, pet dander, smoke, pollutants, toxins, etc., while it is not clearly known what causes pregnancy rhinitis. One theory is that hormonal changes during pregnancy cause swelling of the nasal mucosa and excess mucus production.

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Nasal Spray Addiction

What is nasal spray addiction? Nasal spray addiction is caused by rebound congestion, otherwise known as rhinitis medicamentosa. The purpose of a nasal decongestant is to constrict the blood vessels in your nose in order to open space in the airways and reduce congestion. When you have a cold, allergies, sinus infection, etc., the blood vessels of the nasal passages become swollen, causing mucus to block the passages. When you use a decongestant, the blood vessels become constricted, opening up the space in the airways and allowing the sinuses to empty.

There are two main types of nasal decongestants: sympathomimetic amines and imidazolines. Sympathomimetic amines cause vasoconstriction in the blood vessels of the nasal passages, which reduces the size of the blood vessels; imidazolines also cause vasoconstriction, as well as decrease the blood flow in this area, reducing the congestion in the nose.

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How to Deal with Allergies in the Summer

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and you can’t stop blowing you’re stuffy nose?? If you thought your allergies were going to disappear with the end of spring and the onset of summer, guess again! You may be cured of your runny nose, itchy eyes, and incessant sneezing, but the summer heat brings its own set of irritating allergies.

What are the differences between spring and summer allergies?

In the spring, the pollens from budding trees and grasses can be blamed for your typical allergy symptoms. Summer allergens, on the other hand, are caused largely by growing mold, which thrives in the humid environment. This leads to irritating symptoms, such as stuffy nose, mucous in the nose and throat, frequent headaches, breathing through the mouth rather than nose, plugged ears, itchy throat, as well as lack of sleep.

You may have also heard of the “summer cold.” Unlike the “winter cold,” this is not a viral infection. Allergen particles in the air can irritate and inflame the nose, causing allergic rhinitis.

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NeilMed Sinus Rinse can be very beneficial for scuba divers before diving for clearing their sinuses. According to the Divers Alert Network, the most commonly reported injuries during diving include pressure related injuries to diver’s ears and sinuses.  Although common, some of these injuries can be prevented.

Since Divers usually go to substantial depths below sea level, their bodies experience pressure exerted by the water column above them. This pressure is enough to cause injuries to human body which are called barotraumas. “Ear Squeeze” also known as middle ear barotraumas is a common problem encountered by divers due to changes in pressure during diving. Sinus barotraumas is also experienced by divers.

Detailed information about symptoms of barotraumas and pressure equalizing techniques can be found on the Divers Alert Network’s website.

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While some amount of mucus production from the nasal and sinus lining is normal, allergies and sinus infections can cause excessive mucus production. This excessive mucus production causes nasal and sinus symptoms such as a runny and stuffy nose or post nasal drip. The key to symptom relief is to physically wash away this excess mucus and allergens such as grass and tree pollen, dust particles, pollutants and bacteria from the nasal passages. The rinsing will reduce inflammation of the mucosa membrane, allowing you to breathe more normally.

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Daily, we expose ourselves to a large number of allergens such as dust times, pet dander, bacteria, viruses, mold pollen etc. How do we keep them away and avoid getting infected or sick at times? As a matter of daily hygiene, we brush our teeth, bathe and wash our hands. These allergens are also present in the air we breathe. But many of us don’t perform saline nasal irrigation as a matter of routine. Why discriminate?

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