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What Causes Constant Thick Mucus Dripping Down Throat?

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Posted on Tue, 23 Dec 2014
Question: I have constant mucous which feels very thick, dripping down my throat. The ENT I saw said it was acid reflux but the endoscopy I had today did not show acid. This drip is constant...24 hours a day! I cannot seem to get an answer where the mucous is coming from. At times, I feel like I am choking or drowning the mucous is so excessive. I do not have heartburn or stomach pain or any symptom other than the mucous. Any ideas?
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Answered by Dr. Deepashree (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
chronic allergic sinusitis.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

In my opinion, you might be having allergic rhino sinusitis.


If I were your treating doctor, I would have prescribed antihistamines + mucolytics combination drugs twice daily for 6 weeks. Neti pot and steam inhalation regularly will help you. Avoid oily and cold items.

Hope my answers have helped you. Pleased to help you further. Thanks.
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What Causes Constant Thick Mucus Dripping Down Throat?

Brief Answer: chronic allergic sinusitis. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. In my opinion, you might be having allergic rhino sinusitis. If I were your treating doctor, I would have prescribed antihistamines + mucolytics combination drugs twice daily for 6 weeks. Neti pot and steam inhalation regularly will help you. Avoid oily and cold items. Hope my answers have helped you. Pleased to help you further. Thanks.