Not everything that we talk about involves me and/or my cancer. Though in fact that which I share does come from me and my experiences, and those almost always swirl around my So Called Cancer Life (per my titular moniker). So, I guess it is all about me - as it should be.
The overwhelming preponderance of my cancer-related experiences encompass the latest in medical technology: DNA Sequencing, Stem Cell Transplants, Immuno-Oncology. So when a tried-and-true, time-tested therapeutic treatment tactic comes along, it is both surprising and refreshing (if something olde can also be considered refreshing).
I have been contending with unresolved sinus issues(?) for the past three months. Despite access to the aforementioned scientific modern-day wonders, and impeded by my in-Nate stupidity or stubbornness or both, I have yet to conquer my annoying nasal Niagara Falls. I thought it was a cold. I thought it was seasonal allergies. I thought it was an actual sinus infection. Being one who tends to turn to antibiotics as a last possible resort (corroborated by my Onc team), we haven't gone to that solution just quite yet (still keeping that sharpest of arrows in the quiver). But during my most recent clinic visit, when the usual "So, how's it going?" intake question came up - in light of all the aforementioned, the team offered yet another analog alternative: a course of twice-daily nasal lavage sessions with a Neti Pot.
I was aware of its existence. Enough to understand what the procedure loosely entails (pun intended), and enough to have developed a bit of a negative predisposition to the Neti. Many, many people that I know and trust who are Neti-ers swear by the results. And though they acknowledge the understandable weirdness that comes with the Neti, they firmly contend that the ends justify the messy means. Perhaps it's all in my head (along with the sinuses), and I just need to put on my big boy pants and get over the risk of certain drowning when the uncontrollable flood of Neti fluid overwhelms my brain and lungs (come on, really dude ?!?). Or maybe it's just the perception of said drowning fear. But I'd be curious to get any advice or feedback that you may have to offer, pro or con, as to whether Natty should Neti or not? (endorsements, testimonials or recommendations are appreciated - though no compensation will be offered in exchange for said approbation).
Stay tuned for more late-breaking nasal news . . .
