Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine Sawbones Classic: Nose Blowing
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Dec 23, 2025 This episode dives into the art of nose blowing during the cold and flu season. The hosts share personal anecdotes, including a severe sinus infection, and discuss family traditions around nose blowing. They explore the history of handkerchiefs and the evolution of disposable tissues. A sanitation debate ensues over reusable versus disposable options. The science behind blowing your nose reveals risks of pushing mucus into sinuses, leading to safer techniques that recommend blowing both nostrils simultaneously. It's an entertaining blend of history, science, and practical advice!
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Personal Sinus Infection Story
- Sydnee described getting a viral infection that progressed to a secondary bacterial sinus infection requiring antibiotics and medical care.
- She emphasized seeking a family doctor and not self-treating when sinus pain became severe.
Handkerchiefs Through History
- Sydnee traced handkerchief use back to ancient cloths for multiple purposes and noted depictions from the Zhou Dynasty around 1000 BCE.
- She explained handkerchiefs later became fashionable, symbolic tokens and status markers in royalty and later periods.
Hankies As Fashion And Identity
- Sydnee described how handkerchiefs became fashion items with embroidery, maps, and ceremonial uses like baptism or weddings.
- She noted handkerchiefs served as personal identity items similar to modern reusable water bottles.