Smoke Inhalation Health Tip from Dr. Grossan

Reducing effects of smoke and dust to prevent sinus infection and sinusitis

by Murray Grossan, M.D.

Persons exposed to the WTC smoke and dust may suffer damage to the nasal and chest mucociliary system which can lead to infection and sinusitis. Much of this is preventable see
http://www.ent-consult.com/wtcfires.html

In a nutshell, if exposed to smoke and bad dust, you should sniff salt water in and out the nose to remove the dust and smoke particles. Drink hot tea to help restore the cilia, and breathe steam through your mouth with your tongue out. See above for detailed instructions.

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First Published: October, 2001
Updated: September 2003

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