No, it gives us a whole new euphemism. We no longer need to refer to killing kittens, a rather violent image that many dislike. No, we can now say “I have to go relieve my nasal congestion, talk to you later.”

Given the condition of my nose right now, it’s tempting to go rub one out in the bathroom at work. But I think I’ll wait until I get home and have the BF on the phone!

Phikus 7 and 8 Actually “than me” is correct. The preposition’s scope carries over the conjunction. This may be TMI for you; if so please ignore and accept my apologies.

I do think, however, that a 50% shot for you and a 100% shot for her should encourage you both to have sex whenever possible, overcoming your natural reluctance to do so! (“Shot”…must…suppress…pun…)

Beryllium 18: It’s worth a try (see how good I’m being?). But the green stuff generally indicates to me that I need an antibiotic. IANAMD, so you should talk to your doctor and see. (Oh, now I see that Jackie31337 said the same thing @ 21. Well, s/he’s right.)

Nymous 19: I would masturbate excessively (for a teenage boy) just to keep my sinuses clear.

(emphasis added) You’d masturbate excessively…for a teenage boy? I take it you dropped out of school and were hospitalized multiple times for severe genital abrasions? How on Earth, even without school, did you get enough sleep?

Error404 35: I didn’t know US American used the word wank to mean knock one out, one off the wrist, roughing up the prime suspect.

Typically they don’t, but a) Cory is Canadian and lives in Britain, and b) we geeks have adopted some British expressions through i) online friendships with Brits and ii) deep need for an ever-increasing number of euphemisms for our second-favorite activity (the first being arguing online). In that general connection, thank you for adding two more to my catalog!

What I have noticed specifically is that it is a two-way effect, that is if you take medications that induce nasal decongestion such as antihistamines, an erection is difficult if not impossible to achieve. I just know that I can’t get it up no matter how hard I try, this would seem to point towards blood flow during vasodilation as the primary mechanism. There seems to be a two-fold function to this, the first is liquifaction of the mucus in the nose, and the rest of the body I would imagine, as I have had serious bouts of coughing when I have done this with a chest cold. The second effect is the clearing of the nasal decongestion for an indefinite period after orgasm. I usually take full advantage of this effect by vigorously clearing my nose and sinuses by inhaling strongly with my mouth and nose sealed, thus producing a strong vacuum in my mouth and nose, which induces the mucus to drain from my nasal and sinus passages down into my throat, where I can clear it by swallowing or coughing it up. This usually extends the effect for a much longer period of time, and can also be further extended by taking a hot shower, or drinking some tea or coffee.

What I believe the primary mechanism is the forcing of blood into the erectile tissues of the body, a side effect of the arousal of the blood into the cavernosum corposum of the penis. Notice when you’re close to orgasm your heart is beating faster, and the erection is at it’s strongest, the nipples are erect, the hair may be standing up on your arms. The orgasm produces a push of blood by the heart into the erectile tissues, some of which reside in the nose and sinuses. This also points towards a temporary vasodilation of the capillaries and other vascular structures during and after orgasm.

The other effect, liquifaction may be related to a release of dopamine into the bloodstream which acts as a prostaglandin inhibitor. This also has the effect of restriction of muscle cramps, thereby explaining the effect on women during their periods. The secondary effect of orgasm in women during their periods is the muscular contractions induced into the womb, which helps the menses to slough off the walls of the uterine lining faster, thereby speeding the bleed.

One girlfriend I had used to experience a much heavier flow after we would have sex, so I suspect there is empirical proof of this to be discovered. All that’s needed is some enterprising researchers, a willing source of funding, and the project could be quite enlightening for everyone, and a lot of fun. Any volunteers?

Ah well, I can always learn to touch type…

I snort it up as deeply as I can, dance around like a St. Vitus patient and make “Unnggh!! Arrrnnggg!” noises for a minute or so while my sinuses are seared and my scalp burns and then…the congestion is gone!

This even works on the most wretched and disabling of sinus headaches, though that sometimes requires a second dose (and more dancing and moaning).

“Thanks, honey. Was it good for you too? Grreeaaaat. Sure, I’ll cuddle with you. Just let me go blow my nose first.” HOONNNK!

Guaranteed mood-killer.

When I read your post, my imagination immediately created a scene in which Monty Python’s Spanish Inquisition attempt to use Jalapeno nasal spray for torture. I have no idea why.

Does this mean I can get a grant?

See: Ejaculation as a treatment for nasal congestion in men is inconvenient, unreliable and potentially hazardous. Medical Hypotheses, M . Fakhree