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How to Stop Sneezing After Swimming?

Published in Swimming Health 2 mins read

To stop sneezing after swimming, primarily focus on preventing water from entering your nasal passages and mitigating any irritants that do get in.

Here's a breakdown of how to achieve this:

Prevention During Swimming:

  • Use a Nose Clip: This is the most direct way to prevent water from entering your nose in the first place. Make sure it fits comfortably and securely.
  • Swimming Earplugs (indirectly helpful): While seemingly unrelated, earplugs help prevent water from entering your ears, which can sometimes contribute to pressure imbalances that lead to sinus irritation and sneezing.
  • Proper Breathing Technique: Exhale through your nose while underwater to create positive pressure that discourages water entry.

Post-Swimming Actions:

  • Saline Nasal Rinse (Neti Pot): A neti pot or saline nasal rinse can effectively flush out chlorine and other irritants from your nasal passages after swimming. Use a sterile saline solution to avoid introducing bacteria. Follow the instructions provided with your neti pot.
  • Shower Immediately: Rinsing your entire body, including your face and hair, after swimming helps remove chlorine and other pool chemicals that can irritate your skin and mucous membranes, indirectly helping to prevent sneezing.
  • Blow Your Nose Gently: After swimming, gently blow your nose to remove any trapped water or irritants. Avoid blowing too forcefully, which can irritate your nasal passages.
  • Avoid Irritants: Stay away from other irritants like strong perfumes or smoke immediately after swimming, as your nasal passages may be more sensitive.

By combining preventative measures during swimming with post-swim care, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of sneezing after swimming.