I need help for dry nasal passages

[nanamaryj]

HI.  I need help finding something to help with my dry nasal passages.  I just moved to Virginia from Alabama a couple of months ago.  I have not been able to get a new rheumotologist up here yet.  The inside of my nose feels like it is on fire.  I have had problems with it before, but never this bad.  I can't stand it anymore.  I put my face in front of the humidifier to get a few minutes relief.  What  can I get to help until I can get to my new dr? All suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

[Lily]

Hi,

I can't give you any treatment suggestions, but I'd suggest that you start by Googling these two things.  I've just done it.

1.  Burning nasal passages (various causes of this).
2.  Empty Nose Syndrome (not kidding - there is such a thing).  Sounds as if this MIGHT be you.

In the meantime, you might find a good ENT where you now live.

Good luck,

Lily

[ohiolady]

Nana,

When I was first diagnosed with Sjogrens my nasal passages felt like the desert was blowing through, just awful.  I do use a humidifier and saline wash but the prescription Evoxac (used for dry mouth) has helped my nasal passages tremendously.  You may want to ask your doctor.

Anna

[Joe S.]

Welcome NanaMaryj, I am going to suggest that you try a nitti (sp?) pot. My wife uses a bulb for cleaning a baby's nose to run water into her sinuses.

[nanamaryj]

Thanks for the responses.  I will talk to my DR when I finally get to see one.  They say it will be the end of January before they can get me in.  I've been trying since September.  This is the worst flare I have had since I was diagnosed five years ago.  Of course it would happen when I have no access to DR.  I did get a GP, but he says he can't help me with any of this.  He even told me not to make app with him again until after I see the other DR.  I have to deal with the military for my health care.  They don't get in a hurry.  In the meantime, I am miserable.  Sorry to go on about it.  I just needed to vent for a minute.  My family doesn't like to hear me complain about being tired or in pain.  Thanks again for the responses.

[anita]

Ayr gel works well also.  It's a saline based gel.