Hello, I Have Been Having Some Drainage The Last Few

Posted on Wed, 11 Mar 2020

Question: hello, i have been having some drainage the last few days but it has been a bit unusual. i can feel that its there in my throat and somewhat into my chest but i am not coughing up anything or able to hack anything up. is it possible my throat is iritated from coughing making it seem like that or i really have drainage andif so what should i do? no fever, headache, chills, body aches. mild conjestion in the nose but able to breath normally and occasional sneezing. I am currently twking Zertec D, a nostril spray for allergies.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, this seems to be because of throat irritation.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on 'Ask A Doctor' forum.
I can understand your concern.

Yes, it is possible because of throat irritation.
So along with your medicines and nasal spray, also do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day.

Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid junk food.
Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.

If this kind of feeling is persistent even after 2 weeks then better to consult a Pulmonologist in person and get done clinical examination of the respiratory system, chest x-ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).

Hope I have solved your query.

I will be happy to help you further.

Wish you good health.
Thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee