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does vaping reduce sinus issues

by Mr. Emmett Zulauf Published 1 year ago Updated 1 year ago
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Cannabis can be helpful to:

  • Open airways. As it’s a bronchodilator, cannabis makes breathing easier, breaks up congestion and opens sinus passages.
  • Deaden the pain in sinuses. Pot can be an effective painkiller.
  • Treat inflammation. Pot is useful for reducing inflammation.

Since vaping can contribute to allergic reactions, it can make rhinitis and hay fever worse. These diseases can cause nasal congestion. Therefore, there appears to be an indirect link between vaping and nasal congestion.Sep 4, 2019

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How is Vaping Associated with Allergies?

What is Vape Lung?

Are Sinus Infections Caused by Vaping?

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Is vaping good for sinuses?

In a related study, the same research team found increased damage in the nasal passages of vapers and hookah users. Levels of inflammatory compounds released by defense cells in the nose were up to 10 times higher for vapers and hookah users compared to cigarette smokers.

Does vaping help with allergies?

Believe it or not, vaping also affects allergies. Here's why: Research has proven that e-cigarettes have a significant impact on IgE, a substance that plays a vital role in how the immune system responds to allergens. If you vape, you are at a higher risk for aggravating asthma, hay fever, and rhinitis.

Does nicotine make sinus worse?

Tobacco smoke contains irritating gasses such as ammonia and formaldehyde, which can irritate your airways. This makes your body produce more mucus in response and makes you more likely to develop allergies or a cold, which can increase your chances of also having sinusitis.

What gets rid of sinus pressure?

Lifestyle and home remediesRest. This will help your body fight infection and speed recovery.Drink fluids. Continue to drink plenty of fluids.Use a warm compress. A warm compress on your nose and forehead may help relieve the pressure in your sinuses.Moisten your sinus cavities. ... Rinse your nasal passages.

Is vaping better than smoking?

Also known as vapes or e-cigs, they're far less harmful than cigarettes, and can help you quit smoking for good.

What are 5 risks of vaping?

Vaping has been linked to lung injury.Rapid onset of coughing.Breathing difficulties.Weight loss.Nausea and vomiting.Diarrhea.

Does smoking clear your sinus?

Your nose and sinuses help keep you healthy by producing mucus that protects the respiratory system. Typically, mucus will travel to the back of the throat and the cilia will help you swallow and break down the mucus. However, smoking causes the cilia to stop working, leading to a back up of mucus in the sinuses.

What are the benefits of vaping over smoking?

10 Benefits Of Vaping vs SmokingIt's significantly better for your health. ... Vaping is much cheaper than smoking. ... E-cigarettes are a really effective way to help you quit for good. ... Second-hand vapour is not as dangerous as second-hand smoke. ... Vapour doesn't linger like cigarette smoke.More items...•

Does nicotine help with allergies?

A study of mouse mast cells shows that cigarette smoke can prevent allergies by decreasing the reaction of immune cells to allergens. Everyone knows that smoking can kill you, but new research suggests that it may help with your allergies.

Does nicotine make allergies worse?

In addition to causing a myriad of other health issues, cigarettes can also make seasonal allergies worse because the chemicals in cigarettes – as well as the smoke – irritate the mucus membranes.

Does vaping make a cold worse?

But recent mouse and other studies suggest that e-cigarette vapor can impair the lungs' natural ability to fight viral infections like the flu. This may worsen symptoms and increase the risk of complications .

Does vaping block ears?

If you do vape, and experience symptoms such as blockage, ear pressure, sudden hearing loss or tinnitus, stop vaping immediately and consult an ENT or hearing healthcare professional. Read more: Risk factors for hearing loss that may surprise you.

pretty sure vaping is causing some pretty serious sinus infections and ...

i have been having some pretty bad side effects from vaping. constant sinus issues (blood and all). and a very itchy scratchy infected throat and esophagus. went to doctor said it was a sinus infection and my lymphnodes are swollen. didnt tell him about vaping, figured he wouldnt know if it was causing it or he would automatically say thats whats causing it. i have been taking antibiotics and ...

Sinus problems when vaping. Anyone else get this?

I've read quite a bit, most of it personal opinions, concerning congestion and sinus reactions to vapers. When I first stsrted vaping, I use the NO2, I too got the same results and It concerned because using this method is the only real choice for being healthy, that and eating your herb.

Does Vaping Cause Nasal Congestion? : r/Vaping

Does anyone else get congested after using their vape frequently? My nose will be completely clear during work when I’m not using it and as soon as I get in the car and start vaping it slowly gets worse as the night goes on.

Vaping and Sinusitis | E-Cigarette Forum

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Vaping and chest/nose/sinus congestion

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P4C0 Senior Member ECF Veteran

I have been vaping for about 2 or 3 months and since yesterday I'm having sinus headache, not sure if it is related to vaping, so far I have only vaped PG (dark chocolate for JC and Menthol from TW).

angjen0816 Super Member ECF Veteran

I have had chronic sinus problems for YEARS. I asked my doctor why I am still having problems, even though I'm not smoking. She said its not uncommon to still have sinus issues for a period of time after quitting. Your body is going to be healing for a long time. Call your md and see if they want to give you an antibotic to clear up the blockage.

gibsonrocker Full Member

I would recommend exhaling through your mouth if possible. I know habits are tough to break, but once I started vaping and stopped smoking analogs, my sinuses cleared up within a few days. I'm sure VG/PG is a slight irritant, but i highly doubt it's even close to as irritating for sinues as tobacco cigs.

Walrus Ultra Member ECF Veteran

I used to regularly get upper respiratory infections... like once every six weeks or so. I haven't had a one since I started vaping at the end of February.

Tilly Senior Member ECF Veteran

I had clear sinuses til I got a cold in late Sept, cold was gone in about a week but I still have the sinus problems. If I don't use a sinus spray I will wake in the wee hours unable to breathe and the vapor irritates my nose and causes me to sneeze if I don't exhale thru my mouth.

Vaporista Senior Member ECF Veteran

I've also had chronic sinus problems, specifically eustaction tube dysfunction and nasal drip which have remained after quitting cigarettes, however it might be that the body needs more time to repair the cilia of the upper respiratory tract after decades of smoking. Two months is nothing.

Antebellum Super Member ECF Veteran

No colds, knock on wood, since I started vaping. This is the time of year when I usually get one. Also, no allergy symptoms for the last month or so, but that's due to something else. After much skepticism, I finally got a neti pot and started flushing out my sinuses once per day. It's not exactly a natural act, but it's easy.

What ENT Related Problems Can Vaping Lead to?

In our offices, we see many instances of vape related complications. The concern for the harmful irritants contained in tobacco in traditional cigarettes led to an increase of people making the switch to vaping. Unfortunately, many are unaware the aerosols contained within the vapor provide a handful of harmful substances every time they are inhaled such as:

What is vaping pen?

What is Vaping Exactly? E-cigarette devices, often referred to as a vape pen, contain a liquid that is then inhaled through a device known as a vaporizer. The liquid, which can contain a variety of substances sold in easily accessible smoke shops, is the vapor inhaled by the user – hence the term “vaping”.

What are the ingredients in a vape pen?

E-cigarettes contain harmful ingredients that include nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerin, and sweeteners. Some of the liquids in vape pens can also contain CBD or THC products. Most importantly, they contain flavorings that are attracting a very young audience, including teenagers.

How many people died from e-cigarettes?

As of this writing, the CDC confirms there have been 1080 cases of lung-related injuries related to e-cigarette use and 18 related deaths. ***The majority of these deaths were attributed to THC or CBD usage in the e-cigarette.***

Does vaping cause allergies?

Nasal Problems and Allergies. The CDC indicates vaping tends to suppress the immune receptors within the nasal mucosa. There is also sufficient evidence to suggest a direct correlation between the development of nasal problems and allergies – some more serious than others.

Does vaping cause hearing loss?

Hearing Loss. There is a connection between vaping and hearing loss. According to studies conducted by the NIH, it cites the ingredients used in vape liquid cartridges reduce inner ear cell viability.

Can e-cigarettes cause cancer?

Early research suggests the vapor in e-cigarettes use might be carcinogenic, which means it could lead to cancer, although there are fewer carcinogens in e-cigarettes than traditional cigarettes.

How can something happen if related to vaping simple?

you could have a seasonal allergy which is made worse by vaping. you could have a sensitivity to any number of things in the vape juice. you said you used to MTl and now DL have you tried to MTl lately with the old setup?

Is vaping better than smoking?

Granted that vaping is much, MUCH better than smoking but it is still not as good as fresh air.

Can you vape with high humidity?

It's not the juice or the VG ratio or whatever it's just that you're pulling vapor into clean lungs. Severely high humidity will do the same thing. If you feel like you must continue vaping because you like it, then you'll have to let your lungs get used to it.

Does weed make you sneeze?

I think it depends on the person. Some people are more sensitive to smoke than others while I'm allergic to the plant matter itself. Dirt weed doesn't make sneeze, less pollen and plant matter to be inhaled. Crystally dank weed makes my allergies awful, especially when ground up.

Does cannabis help with sinuses?

I did not find scientific answers, in fact i found an article where a study implied that cannabis helps clear the sinuses (can't find it again yet.), but the anedoctal evidence is that there is something happening to the sinuses due to smoking/vaping cannabis but not eating. Just google "cannabis causes sinuses problems", and you'll find a bunch of other forum threads about this subject.

Can vaping cause allergies?

What i think happens is the frequency and quantity of your vaping habits will eventually cause a body reaction, we can say allergic but it could be just an irritation or something, caused by the particles in the vapour that go into your lungs and scratch the walls of your respiratory system. This is my assessment based in a mix of speculation, personal experience and stuff i read on the web.

Can smoking cause sinus congestion?

After searching a bit, found a lot of people claiming not just sinuses being congested but full on allergy symptoms. Found a guy who had big sinuses problems with smoking but not with eating it so it is not about the compounds in itself, but the particles flying around your throat and lungs and etc.

Does vaping irritate your sinuses?

Vaping does irritate my sinus some what, not as bad as smoking but sometimes it bothers me a bit. I do saline sinus rinse a lot. Neilmed is the rinse I use but there are many out there. I've had extensive sinus problems, 6 surgeries, etc. Rinsing is the first step and often takes care of everything.

What are the side effects of vaping?

Coughing. Headaches. Dizziness or headrush. Weight loss/gain. Nausea. Tired and fatigued. Chest pain from vaping. Although vapes are not medical devices, side effects for the user may occur. But these side effects are not a given.

How to stop dizziness when vaping?

If you’re concerned about dizziness or the feeling of being lightheaded, the best course of action is to lower your nicotine or the amount you vape in short periods. If you’d prefer to not lower your consumption, it’s something that will likely go away as your body gets accustomed to nicotine.

What to do if you have chest pains when vaping?

Then maybe you can lower the power, reduce your nicotine, change your atom izer or coil , or change your flavor . Essentially, try and change your entire set up if you have to.

Why does vaping hurt?

There could be various reasons for chest pain from vaping. Excessive heat, high nicotine, or maybe even the specific flavorings in a particular e-liquid could be the cause.

What to do if you cough when you take a hit?

If you are coughing when you take a hit, check the airflow of the device without activating it (if your device has an automatic draw, take out the cartridge or vape pod and draw on it while not attached to the battery).

Does nicotine cause headaches?

Alkaloids have a physiological effect on the user, and cessation from habitual usage may cause headaches. Nicotine is the major alkaloid in tobacco, accounting for about 95% of the alkaloid content, but there are other tobacco minor alkaloids in tobacco smoke, not present in e-liquid.

Can vaping cause dizziness?

Dizziness or headrush. Similar to the feeling of smoking for the first time, it’s not uncommon to experience lightheadedness and dizziness from vaping. Also similar to smoking, this typically will stop presenting itself the more you consume.

How is Vaping Associated with Allergies?

The bottom line is there is still a lot of research that needs to be done before definitive conclusions can be reached on how vaping is associated with allergies.

What is Vape Lung?

Vape lung is the term that is being given to a cluster of symptoms that arise from what is believed to be the sustained use of e-cigarettes. Vape lung is not an infection—which means it is likely the result of exposure to the chemicals in vaping products.

Are Sinus Infections Caused by Vaping?

It’s possible that vaping may be a contributing factor to some sinus infections . Since vaping increases allergy sensitivity, and allergies can lead to possible sinus infections, vaping could be one of the factors to consider when determining the source of a sinus infection.

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