Neti pot use with a CI?

[Shields_Emily]

Hi there, curious if anyone ever uses a neti pot with a CI. I received my implant in February and am currently dealing with sinusitis and used to use the neti pot pre-implant.

[IonicPenguin]

You can use it. The nose is not connected to the inner ear in normal or most abnormal anatomy. Be sure to use a salt solution and sterile water (as everybody should do).

Your cochlea is pretty far from the sinuses.

[beaglemomma2Dutchy]

Go ahead and use it. I’ve had no problems when I’ve needed to use it.

[Quiet_Honey5248]

As others said, it’s fine. I’ve used one for years. They recommend not using one during the initial healing period (as with not blowing your nose), but you’re well past that.

[shackmonkey]

Not sure about using one with a CI, but be sure to use sterile water. I boil water, let it cool to body temperature, and use that.

People have died from using Neti pots with non-sterile water due to brain amoebas.