Most people experience postnasal drip at some point in their lives, which is a common occurrence caused by the ongoing production of mucus by the glands in our nose and throat.
- Fight infection
- Moisten nasal membranes
- Filter out foreign matter
Usually, we don’t even realize we’re swallowing the mucus.
Postnasal drip refers to the sensation of mucus dripping from the nose down the throat when the body begins to produce excessive amounts of it.
SYMPTOMS OF POSTNASAL DRIP
Postnasal drip symptoms frequently seen include:
- a persistent urge to swallow or clear one’s throat
- Nighttime coughing is more severe
- nausea brought on by too much mucus entering our stomach
- Sore, scratchy throat
- Bad breath
CAUSES OF POSTNASAL DRIP
One can better avoid their triggers if they get tested for allergies, which are one of the many conditions that can cause postnasal drip.
Another frequent reason for postnasal drip is a deviated septum, which is when the thin cartilage wall that separates the nostrils (also known as the septum) is moved or leans to one side.
Postnasal drip can also be brought on by:
- Cold temperatures
- the common cold or flu are caused by viral infections.
- Sinus infections
- Pregnancy
- Changes in the weather
- Dry air
- Spicy foods
- Several drugs, including some birth control and blood pressure prescriptions
Swallowing issues or gastric reflux can cause liquids to build up in our throats, which feels like postnasal drip. In some cases, the issue causing postnasal drip is not excessive mucus, but rather our throat’s inability to clear it.
HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR POSTNASAL DRIP
KALI BICHROME :-When the postnasal drip is thick and ropy in texture and the frontal sinuses and nose root are inflamed, this remedy is helpful.
HYDRASTIS :-Useful for postnasal drip with thick, ropy, and sticky secretions. There is irritation due to a persistent mucus feeling in the throat. Lots of hawking is done in an effort to expel the mucus.
CORALLIUM RUBRUM :-This medication is helpful for dry and spasmodic coughs as well as postnasal drip with excessive nasal catarrh and mucus buildup.
NATRUM CARB :-Useful for posterior nasal drip with thick mucus from the throat that is dripping into the nose. Useful for excessive daytime discharge and stoop at night. Mucus is dripping from the throat into the back of the nose.
RL 01 :-Drops for congestion, nasal, and allergy
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