In some cases, a trip to the doctor may be necessary.

But there is also a safe and effective way to clean out your sinuses at home.

Also called nasal irrigation, this process uses salt water to rinse out nasal passages.

woman suffering from running stuffy nose and sore throat in bed

To begin, mix warm, sterile water and pure salt.

Next up, you will need a cleanneti potor squeeze bottle.

Stand over a sink or shower (things could get messy!)

Man flushing his nose with syringe and saline

with your head to one side.

Hopefully, you will now be able to breathe and function a little better!