It is known that dripping hydrogen peroxide into the nose was proposed by German scientists in the first half of the twentieth century. But then they did not receive support and response in professional circles. Therefore, since then for a long time, the drug has been practically not used.
Nevertheless, doctors have long known that antibiotics are useless in the fight against colds. But, instilling hydrogen peroxide in the nose, it is much easier to cure infectious diseases. It will improve immunity and protect the body from bacteria and fungi of various origins.
Consider how to properly use the tool and whether it is shown to everyone.
Hydrogen peroxide - what is it?
It is a colorless and odorless liquid with a smack of metal. Hydrogen peroxide is a form of oxygen, in the form of peroxide. It will easily dissolve both in water and in ether, and in alcohol. Highly concentrated peroxide can cause skin burns. At home, only a small concentration is used - 3%, although it can be up to 98%.
When hydrogen peroxide enters the body, it breaks down into atomic oxygen and water. When used correctly, atomic oxygen effectively fights harmful microbes. Especially successful will be the treatment if there is a large amount of vitamin C in the body. Therefore, when peroxide is used from a cold, it is advisable to eat many products with a high content of vitamin C.
Where is hydrogen peroxide used?
Most of all she is used in the treatment of wounds for disinfection. If it gets on the affected skin, a chemical reaction occurs, oxygen is released, helping to rid it of dirt, bacteria and pus. The resulting foam helps stop bleeding and blood clots. In addition, there is no pain during the treatment with hydrogen peroxide, which is certainly important when it comes to treating the skin of a child.
Many diseases are treated with liquid in various forms, including those associated with hormonal, immune disorders and metabolism. In addition to instilling hydrogen peroxide in the nose, it treats:
- teeth;
- infections
- skin diseases;
- respiratory system;
- CVD diseases;
- diseases of the musculoskeletal system;
- the psyche;
- immunodeficiency;
- diabetes.
Chickenpox is also very treatable, in which the vesicles are lubricated with liquid and rinsed in the mouth. When bleeding in the nose, hydrogen peroxide is not instilled, but tampons are moistened and nostrils are inserted.
In 1998, American scientists proved that, getting into the blood, hydrogen peroxide helps to saturate organs and tissues with oxygen. But, of course, this procedure should be carried out by an experienced physician.
When to start treatment
It is best to start treatment immediately as soon as the first symptoms of the disease appear. Then complications can be avoided, and the disease will be defeated in the bud. However, if you do not pay attention to the symptoms, then in a few days the active phase will begin. Then the disease will resist for several days, or even more.
How to check hydrogen peroxide
Before being treated with hydrogen peroxide, you need to know its concentration exactly. At home, as was said, only a 3 percent solution is suitable. It can be purchased at any pharmacy without a prescription. If you are worried about whether the product is dangerous to your health, you can try to apply a couple of drops on an inconspicuous area of the skin where it is the thinnest. If redness is not observed at this place, then the substance has the correct concentration, and you can safely use it, since peroxide is safe.
Hydrogen Peroxide Nose Wash
This procedure is most often used in treatment. For its holding in a hundred milliliters of warm water, which was previously boiled, add three drops of liquid. Rinsing the nose with hydrogen peroxide should be carried out at least twice a day, morning and evening. The prepared solution is drawn in by the nose, and spit out through the mouth. This way, mucus is more easily removed, and at the same time, disinfection is carried out. But if this does not work out, then you can simply rinse your throat and nose. However, do not swallow the solution.
Instillation
In the chronic form of the common cold, one washing will not work. Then you should instill the nose with hydrogen peroxide in the form of a solution. But in this case, a more concentrated agent is used. Fifteen drops are added to one tablespoon and instilled using a pipette. Be prepared for the fact that after a few seconds, mucus will begin to come out of the nose, which should be eliminated. But don't overdo it! In addition, after this procedure, you can not eat food earlier than twenty minutes.
Such instillation will help not only with a runny nose. It will perfectly cope with a headache if its cause is nasal congestion. This will help to cope with the problem not only with the common cold caused by the common cold, but also with its allergic form.
Many parents, having tried the method on themselves, are wondering if it is possible to use hydrogen peroxide in the nose of children.
Hydrogen peroxide for children
It is advisable to consult with a good pediatrician before taking. It should be borne in mind that in children the mucous membrane is very thin and delicate, if one decides to use the product, then the concentration should be very miserable. However, in this case, there will be no benefit from such treatment. In addition, the child may accidentally swallow fluid. And this is fraught with a burn in the stomach and esophagus, the appearance of allergies, digestive upset, and so on.
It is known that when snot appears, this indicates the presence of infection inside the body. The fact is that they are caused by the activity of the immune system, which thus resists infection. This is why it is best for children not to treat a runny nose. But to make you feel better, you can rinse your nose with saline or sea water.
Contraindications
Hydrogen peroxide is not recommended for dripping into the nose (as well as washing with it) if the runny nose has become severe. Also, it should be abandoned in case of individual intolerance and anomalies associated with anatomical features.
This type of treatment is highly undesirable for pregnant women and nursing mothers. Hydrogen peroxide is completely forbidden after transplantation of any organ, because the oxidative processes in this case are amplified, and there may be problems with the compatibility of organs.
If after you have tried the treatment with hydrogen peroxide, an allergic reaction appears, you should immediately stop this method. Allergies can occur in the form of lacrimation, sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, or burning. Even worse, if there is weakness, dizziness, nausea.
So that treatment with hydrogen peroxide does not harm the body, but only benefits it, it is necessary to strictly adhere to all recommendations for concentration when using it and the rules of the treatment method itself.
A recognized specialist in the medical use of hydrogen peroxide is Neumyvakin Ivan Pavlovich. He used the liquid himself, treated other people with it, and wrote more than one book, where he substantiated the healing properties of peroxide and explained how to use it correctly.