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  #21 New 05-22-2009 11:56 AM
I used a neti pot for the last two days and I have to say I like it. It's horribly gross which of course appeals to me in much the same way collecting Garbage Pail kids did in 2nd Grade did.

I have a minor sinus infection or at least some swelling. So I was prescribed Medrol(methyl prednisolone) and Augmentin.

I know women hate antibiotics but for us guys Augmentin works like a charm. but what REALLY works is the Medrol.

Wow I feel great. My ribs dont hurt, my back feels more limber despite the fact I havent done any exercise in oh two weeks. And yes the sinus swelling has gone down and I can actually hear.

My heavy bag began taunting me the other day. It senses what it thinks to be my weakness. It looks at me menacingly all 300lbs of it. Strange that it has such a short term memory.

But I will reserve my judgment for its sillyness until the medrol dosepak is done. I dont need to injure myself further under the guise of feeling better.

There will be a redress of grievances... I can wait.
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#3 05-28-2009 08:08 AM
fatfencer Says:
Thanks for the advice..

Sadly, I am most certainly NOT cured. My face is still puffy and I hear nothing but crackling.

The last time I used the neti pot I was so swollen that the water had no place to go but in my Eustachian tubes. Swore I was a dolphin for two days...

Doc told me to go easy on the neti pot until Im less swollen.

I keep taking the Amoxicillin but so far any improvement has been grrraaaddduuuaaalll......

Taking time off fencing blows but I cant get my blood pressure up. Hurts my face.

Maybe I should go on the Medrol again. At least the rest of the body felt good on that.... face felt mildly better.
#2 05-26-2009 11:58 AM
Slacker Says:
Hey, Fatty- keep using the neti pot. Residuals from Medrol will last about 4 weeks, so don't be lulled into thinking you're cured.
#1 05-22-2009 12:52 PM
I will swear by the neti pot and am glad to hear its working well for you so far. I have been using one for about 10 years. It keeps my allergies down as long as I use it daily..hence that can be a problem when i am lazy. When I am on top of my game and use it in the morning & before bed, i have no breathing or sinus problems. Its also great to use when I have a cold.

I do agree though- when first using it the stuff that comes out is insane.. grossness alert. -- And even as a girl i found it utterly amazing what came out... Now nothing phases me.- end grossness alert.

And all I add after the packets are gone is a bit of salt & sometimes baking soda.
 



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