Neti Pots

United States
December 16, 2011 3:22pm CST
I just wanted to pass on an FYI for anyone this may be helpful to. I just read an article about two individuals who died from using tap water in their neti pots. Which caused bacteria to go to their brain. So anyone who uses Neti Pots are strongly urged to use Distilled water instead of tap. It was scary reading that article. I don't use Neti Pots but I think for me if I'm trying to do things with my sinuses I will stay away from tap water.
3 responses
jillhill
@jillhill (37353)
• United States
16 Dec 11
I use the neil meds system and there are very specific instructions on how to use them including how to sanitize them. It's too bad they didn't follow the directions...they might still be alive! Good to bring it up though so everyone is aware of it!
stary1
@stary1 (6611)
• United States
16 Dec 11
jillhill.. I really want to buy one but I am afraid I will 'drown' myselflol I know that's stupid..but I am afraid..
cher913
@cher913 (25781)
• Canada
17 Dec 11
you should always used distilled water in anything like that, but nedi pots do help clear your nose.
stary1
@stary1 (6611)
• United States
16 Dec 11
Dominique25 ..yikes and I am thinking of buying one...thanks for the info, if I still buy one I'll be very careful..