Can saline irrigation help nasal allergies?

Jennifer

Listening — Intermediate Level
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Activity

Watch the video and answer the questions

  1. What does a saltwater nasal wash do with the mucus?
  2. Why is there a need to use nasal irrigation regularly?
  3. Which are hairlike structures in the nose?
  4. What are pollens and mold spores called?
  5. What cause/s the body to release chemicals and create eye and nose irritation?
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Discussion

Practice your writing skills by discussing the questions below

  1. Have you tried saline irrigation? Why? Why not?
  2. Do you have symptoms of rhinitis and/or any nasal problems?
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    Vocabulary

      • something that causes allergy
      • producing a result that is wanted : having an intended effect
      • a substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug
      • a slimy substance, typically not miscible with water, secreted by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication, protection, etc,
      • each of the microscopic particles, typically single cells
      • (removed) to take off an article of clothing
      • (rinsed) wash (something) with clean water to remove soap, detergent, dirt, or impurities
      • containing or impregnated with salt
      • a cavity within a bone or other tissues especially one in the bones of the face or skull connecting with the nasal cavities.
      • a change in the body or mind which indicates that a disease is present

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