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I'm getting convinced kennedy's worm caused this.
For as much as I despise the pool water that comes out of my tap I can at least feel safe using my neti pot.
pool water or no, it's safer distilled water.
Thanks, dad.
Can this happen in Sweden as well? 'Cos I clean mine with shower water almost every shower.
Use distilled ONLY. With good chlorinated city water systems it's still very unlikely to happen, but it's such a horrible way to go, just get some distilled from the store.
I believe the amoeba grows in warm water, which is why hot springs in New Zealand are at risk. So hopefully you're more safe! You might want to check better info than me though!
Apparently this is why you can’t actually go in the Roman Baths in Bath.
Just pick your nose like a normal person. Sheesh.
My libertarian uncle swore basically anything could be cured with a neti pot. He forced me to use one when I was having issues with allergies.
It didn't help one bit and was one of the most uncomfortable experiences in my life. This just turns me off to it even more.