Daily nasal flush may reduce persistent sneezing

A teacher in Wigan is struggling with constant sneezing fits, which are embarrassing and inconvenient in her job. Despite having allergy tests that returned clear results, she is looking for ways to reduce her sneezing. Dr. Martin Scurr, an expert on nasal issues, provided some suggestions. He noted that even patients without allergy diagnoses have found relief from sneezing by using allergy medications like antihistamines. He recommends trying these medications along with a daily saltwater nasal flush to help clear allergens from the nose. To prepare the saltwater flush, mix one teaspoon of salt in half a pint of boiled water. After cooling, the teacher should inhale the mixture using a tablespoonful in each nostril while leaning over a wash basin. Dr. Scurr believes these methods could help reduce her symptoms over the next month. In another case, an 82-year-old man is struggling with severe pain from arthritis in his neck. He has tried various treatments but is still in agony. Dr. Scurr acknowledged that this situation is difficult and common for older people. He advised the patient to consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or physiotherapy. The doctor also mentioned the medication pregabalin, which might take time to show effects. If the pain persists, he suggested a referral to a pain clinic for specialized treatment. Additionally, he recommended revisiting a previous procedure called radiofrequency denervation, which might need to target specific joints to be more effective.