Hello... I've never missed irrigating (3 X --or more--per day) for the
last 4 or 5 years. ...In fact, I flushed out a major infection around
the middle of last March (never did have to resort to antibiotics for
this guy.)  ....However, since that time I've gone about a month now
without irrigating at all. ...And, yet, I've found my sinuses haven't
been too bad at all.  ...Don't get me wrong, here, the irrigation
regimen has been a lifesaver for me; however, I'm wondering now (if like
what Dr. Grossan has said) that perhaps I was over doing it. ...Perhaps
the irrigation, in spite of how benefitial it may be, it can still
actually induce some of the ongoing sinus problems --As in washing away
the bodies natural defense system, as the Dr. pointed out. ...I know I
still have the sinus problem, yet even right now as I'm typing this, I
can feel them draining down the back of my throat. However, as soon as
my nose feels fairly clear, I'll give it a shot of Flonase (which I
still take on a regular basis.)
  ...I'm just wondering if everyone here uses the irrigation system
when required, or do you use it on a permanent basis? ...Jon