Research questions effectiveness of steam inhalation for sinus congestion

Steam inhalation is not effective in relieving symptoms of chronic sinus congestion, according to new research.

Research questions effectiveness of steam inhalation for sinus congestion

Steam inhalation is not effective in relieving symptoms of chronic sinus congestion, according to new research.

The study, published in the CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal), also showed that advice to use nasal irrigation, which is when the nasal cavity is washed to flush out mucus, did help relieve symptoms but had less impact than previous studies have shown.

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