The use of 2.5% sodium bicarbonate rinse solution as a nasal wash for postoperative nasal cleansing has been mentioned in the literature. However, physiologic seawater or nasal salts are commonly used for nasal cleansing in clinical practice, and it is recommended that they be used in accordance with medical advice.
Nasal wash salt contains a small amount of sodium bicarbonate, which mainly plays an anti-inflammatory role, and has a very good effect on protecting the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity. It also stabilizes the concentration in the salt.
Nasal rinses are effective in protecting the mucous membranes and can effectively clean the nasal cavity of inflammatory substances. Nasal salts or nasal rinses are usually rationed to a certain concentration to suit the osmotic pressure of the nasal passages, so self-configuration of non-medical nasal rinses is not recommended. It is also important to clean the nasal passages while avoiding excessive or improper rinsing, which can cause unnecessary damage to the nasal passages.
When nasal rinsing is needed, it is necessary to actively consult a doctor for a systematic examination, make a clear diagnosis, and then follow the doctor’s instructions to standardize the treatment.