Nose filter: Difference between revisions

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Content deleted Content added
ref
reformatted refs
Line 1: Line 1:
{{unreferenced|date=November 2008}}
{{originalresearch|article|date=November 2008}}
{{originalresearch|article|date=November 2008}}


[[File:Nose filter.jpg|thumb|3 disposable nose filter]]
[[File:Nose filter.jpg|thumb|3 disposable nose filter]]


A '''nose filter''' or '''nasal filter''' is an [[air filter]] designed to fit inside the human [[nostrils]] to prevent the nasal inhalation of [[allergen]]s<ref>http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15727589</ref>, pollutants, and irritants such as dust, smoke, and foul odors. They are generally not intended for protection against toxic or injurious materials such as [[asbestos]].
A '''nose filter''' or '''nasal filter''' is an [[air filter]] designed to fit inside the human [[nostrils]] to prevent the nasal inhalation of [[allergen]]s,<ref>{{cite journal |pmid=15727589}}</ref> pollutants, and irritants such as dust, smoke, and foul odors. They are generally not intended for protection against toxic or injurious materials such as [[asbestos]].{{fact}}


The filters are available in various sizes, and typically have a center clip to facilitate insertion and removal. They are made in a variety of colors. Some designs incorporate an adhesive tab.
The filters are available in various sizes, and typically have a center clip to facilitate insertion and removal. They are made in a variety of colors. Some designs incorporate an adhesive tab.{{fact}}


==References==
==References==
{{reflist}}
{{reflist}}


== External links ==
== Further reading ==
*{{cite journal |pmid=7275253}}
* [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7275253 Use of nasal filters in naso-bronchial allergy]
*{{cite journal |pmid=15727589}}
* [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15727589 The reduction of rhinitis symptoms by nasal filters during natural exposure to ragweed and grass pollen]
*{{cite journal |pmid=1051357}}
* [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1051357 The nasal filter as a simple treatment for inhalant allergy]
*{{cite journal |pmid=4829395}}
* [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4829395 Relief of inhalant allergy by a mechanical nasal filter]
*{{cite journal |pmid=10971858}}
* [http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10971858 Importance of air purifiers in the prevention of respiratory allergy]


[[Category:Protective gear]]
[[Category:Protective gear]]

Revision as of 12:41, 26 July 2011

3 disposable nose filter

A nose filter or nasal filter is an air filter designed to fit inside the human nostrils to prevent the nasal inhalation of allergens,[1] pollutants, and irritants such as dust, smoke, and foul odors. They are generally not intended for protection against toxic or injurious materials such as asbestos.[citation needed]

The filters are available in various sizes, and typically have a center clip to facilitate insertion and removal. They are made in a variety of colors. Some designs incorporate an adhesive tab.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ . PMID 15727589. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help); Missing or empty |title= (help)

Further reading