What Causes Excess Post Nasal Discharge In Throat While Recovering From Flu?

Posted on Thu, 18 Jun 2015

Question: I constantly clearing my from from mucus, I had a cold/flu 4 weeks ago but was left with this mucus. I haven't changed my eating habits
I have tried to avoid dairy products but seems whatever I drink besides water and eat , brings on the mucus. I don't have a problem sleeping in fact it doesn't bother me when I'm asleep , just when I get up. has been going on now for 31/2 weeks

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You are most probably having excess post nasal discharge in throat .

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.

I have read your query , reviewed medications and understand your concern.

As per your clinical history it appears that you are most probably having excess post nasal discharge in throat . It common after cold/flu .

If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you
Saline nasal rinse thrice daily ,
Salt water gargle twice daily &
Antihistaminic Fexofenadine (prescription drug) at night

This treatment plan will decrease mucus production & thin it gradually in the next few days.

Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Krunal Karade (2 hours later)

I have looked up numerous sites and they say with post nasal drip ,you have issues of a night but I dont . I sleep soundly until I get up. I also read something about where the mucus can come up from your stomach ??. Which I'm not sure of..
My doctor prescribed Doxycycline Sandoz 100mg & I'm using Nasonex spray twice a day. I didn't have this info before as I was at work. Would having dairy products make it worse or is that just a myth ?

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
If your are having food allergy to dairy products then it will make worse.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the follow up query.

In your case , you have excess post nasal discharge in throat after cold/flu infection .It is collected overnight & when you get up it come to throat . It is produce in sinuses .

In your case it is not stomach mucus which is due re-flux .

I would advice you , continue Nasonex spray 2 puff each nostril twice a day with
Saline nasal rinse thrice daily &
Salt water gargle twice daily .

Gargle with water 20 mins after nasal spray use to remove any spray coming to throat .

You will get relief .

If your are having food allergy to dairy products then it will make worse .

Hope this information helpful to you .

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj