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==Primary Prevention==
*Only sterile, distilled, or lukewarm previously boiled water should be used for nasal irrigation or sinus flushes.  
*Only sterile, distilled, or lukewarm previously boiled water should be used for nasal irrigation or sinus flushes.  
*Avoid water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater during periods of high water temperature and low water levels
*Avoid water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater during periods of high water temperature and low water levels.
*Hold the nose shut or use nose clips when taking part in water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater such as lakes, rivers, or hot springs.
*Hold the nose shut or use nose clips when taking part in water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater such as lakes, rivers, or hot springs.
*Avoid digging in or stirring up the sediment while taking part in water-related activities in shallow, warm freshwater areas.
*Avoid digging in or stirring up the sediment while taking part in water-related activities in shallow, warm freshwater areas.

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Primary Prevention

  • Only sterile, distilled, or lukewarm previously boiled water should be used for nasal irrigation or sinus flushes.
  • Avoid water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater during periods of high water temperature and low water levels.
  • Hold the nose shut or use nose clips when taking part in water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater such as lakes, rivers, or hot springs.
  • Avoid digging in or stirring up the sediment while taking part in water-related activities in shallow, warm freshwater areas.

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