Nose-blowing

Nose-blowing is the act of expelling nasal mucus by exhaling forcefully through the nose, usually into a facial tissue or handkerchief. In some cultures, blowing one's nose in public may be considered a breach of etiquette.

Nose-blowing may be used to alleviate nasal congestion or rhinorrhea (runny nose). A 2000 study showed that nose-blowing produces a high degree of pressure in the nasal cavities and may worsen a cold by propelling nasal mucus into the paranasal sinuses.[1]

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References

  1. ↑ Gwaltney, JM Jr.; Hendley, JO; Phillips, CD; Bass, CR; Mygind, N; Winther, B (February 2000). "Nose blowing propels nasal fluid into the paranasal sinuses". Clinical Infectious Diseases. 30 (2). pp. 387–91.
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