Nettie the Elephant
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Customer Reviews of Nettie the Elephant
Customer Review: Got water in ear canal ...not fun.
Summary: 2 Stars
This pot is very cute, made of sturdy ceramic, designed in a way that makes it easy to pour water into your nostril. However, I had a bad experience using it for the first time, based on the poorly written, overly basic instruction sheet that was included with the pot. There is a crudely drawn diagram showing how to tilt your head, and some simple instructions ending with "stop and blow your nose to clear out any remaining solution."
It turns out there is far more nuance involved in using a neti pot safely. I followed the instructions to the best of my ability, but had more water dribbling down my throat than out my nose. When I blew my nose, the solution was forced into my ears, making me feel like I was underwater. An internet search for "neti pot water in ears" didn't uncover anything more than some forums where people warned that this could lead to ear infections. I couldn't find anything describing how to remove the water. It was scary. In some people, this apparently has lead to hospital visits and weeks of misery. Fortunately, my problem resolved within several hours. But after my scary experience, I don't think I'll be using the neti pot again.
I want to emphasize that this is not the fault of the pot itself, as it seems to be well made and easy to use. But it REALLY should come with a detailed description of how to safely use it, along with potential hazards that can arise from incorrect use. If you've never used a neti pot before, do so at your own risk, because it can be dangerous. Do your research first.
Customer Review: Disappointed
Summary: 1 Stars
The product came exactly as described, except for one thing - its country of origin is not America.
This pot was made in China. The only reason I bought it was because I thought it was made in the US. The descriptor - "Country of Origin: USA" on the page is DECEPTIVE.
I will not risk using an inferior product for the sake of clear sinuses. I will be returning the product to find one made in the US.