The glands in your nose and throat continually produce mucus that is typically swallowed without any problems. When excess mucus is produced and accumulates in the back of the throat, it’s known as post-nasal drip or nasal drainage.
If your post-nasal drip persists and doesn’t respond to home remedies, you’ll want to see your SFENTA ear, nose, and throat doctor. Your physician will examine your nose, throat, and vocal cords with a thin, lighted microscope during your appointment. Depending on the findings of the exam, possible treatments include:
Certain over-the-counter medications can help patients find relief by drying up the excess mucus. These medications can also reduce inflammation and swelling in the nose.
If allergies are causing excess mucus, SFENTA offers allergy drops and shots to help reduce allergy symptoms or build a stronger tolerance to the allergen.
The sinuses can be the cause of your nasal drainage. If your sinuses have become blocked, balloon sinuplasty can be used to help open them and allow mucus to drain correctly.
Every day, our bodies produce almost a quart of mucus a day. The nose and throat produce mucus to help keep certain areas of the nose moist and well, fight infections, and act as a filter. When you have an illness or allergies, your mucus can become thicker or build up. Usually we don’t detect mucus because it mixes with saliva and is swallowed. However, when there is an excess, it can begin to drip from the back of your nose down to the throat — resulting in post-nasal drip.
Symptoms of Post-Nasal Drip
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Your nose and throat produce mucus around the clock to moisten the nasal membranes, filter foreign particles, and help your body fight infections.
Post-nasal drip is one of the most common complaints ENT doctors hear — and fortunately, it’s a treatable problem. Contact SFENTA today and let our experienced ear, nose, and throat specialists help you relieve your symptoms.
The sensation of post-nasal drip can develop due to excess mucus production, throat irritation, or thickened mucus. The most common conditions associated with post-nasal drip include:
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