Description
Mucus accumulation in the back of the nose and throat leading to mucus dripping down the back of the nose and down the throat. Post-nasal drip may lead to chronic sore throat or chronic cough. Chronic sinusitis or any conditions that cause excessive thick secretions can lead to this disorder.
Symptoms
Nasal congestion, mucous draining from the nose, cough, sore throat.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
Treatment
Avoidance of allergens and nasal irritants can reduce symptoms. Medications include: corticosteroid nasal sprays (triamcinolone/Nasacort OTC, beclomethasone/Beconase, flunisolide/Nasarel, budesonide/Rhinocort), antihistamines, decongestants, and/or decongestant sprays, saline nasal rinses (neti pot rinses).