HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Passage Of String Like Thing While Blowing Nose?

hi. serious question. this morning i was bloing my nose and as i blew something resembling a tring came out of my nose. curious to see what it was i pulled it out and it happend it be quite long. maybe 6cm. i would like to kno what it is? my grandmother said it may just be 'snot' but in a string? no way. please help? thanks
Thu, 27 Jul 2017
Report Abuse
ENT Specialist,  's  Response
Hi,
The mucus which formed in nasal cavity due to simple inflammation is always thin and watery. when the inflammation extended more than 48 hours the non pathogenic organism in the nasal passage will overgrow in the mucus causing thick and viscid mucus.
Normally the mucus will pass behind the nose into throat. When you blow nasal cavity it comes out as you described. Its normal. You apply a nasal decongestant like normal saline it will dissolve and clear from nostril. Do not blow or sniff nose while suffering rhinitis because of possible injury to eardrum. take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Passage Of String Like Thing While Blowing Nose?

Hi, The mucus which formed in nasal cavity due to simple inflammation is always thin and watery. when the inflammation extended more than 48 hours the non pathogenic organism in the nasal passage will overgrow in the mucus causing thick and viscid mucus. Normally the mucus will pass behind the nose into throat. When you blow nasal cavity it comes out as you described. Its normal. You apply a nasal decongestant like normal saline it will dissolve and clear from nostril. Do not blow or sniff nose while suffering rhinitis because of possible injury to eardrum. take care.