Postnasal Drip
Mucus that drips down the back of the throat from the nose, which can cause coughing and a sore throat.
What is Postnasal Drip?
Postnasal Drip is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Postnasal Drip that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Postnasal Drip
The following conditions have been associated with Postnasal Drip. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Allergic Rhinitis
Inflammation of the nasal passages due to allergens such as pollen, dust mites, or pet dander, causing sneezing, congest...
Chronic Cough
A cough lasting more than 8 weeks in adults, which can result from many underlying causes.
Chronic Sinusitis
Inflammation of the sinuses lasting more than 12 weeks, causing nasal congestion, facial pressure, and postnasal drip.
Laryngitis
Inflammation of the voice box causing hoarseness and loss of voice, usually viral.
Sinus Infection
Inflammation of the sinuses, often viral or bacterial, causing facial pressure, congestion, and headache.
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Postnasal Drip is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.