Post Nasal Drip Causes
Post Nasal drip is a condition where mucus builds up in excessive amounts in the nose. It accumulates in the back of the nose and drips into the throat. This can lead to coughing and a sore throat.
There are many conditions and diseases that can be attributed to post nasal drip. The detailed list below explains some of these conditions.
Post Nasal Drip Causes - Infections
- Runny Nose: Also known as Rhinitis, it can be caused from infections, low humidity or by airborne irritations.
- Cold: An upper respiratory infection that includes the nose and throat. It is a virus and is extremely contagious.
- Sinusitis: Also known as a sinus infection that is an infection of the air-filled spaces that are in the bones in and around the nose. They become inflamed when they get infected.
- Chronic Sinusitis: An ongoing inflammation of the air-filled spaces that are in and around the nose.
- Streptococcus Infection: Group A streptococcus causes a variety of streptococcal infections including acute pharyngitis, impetigo, toxic shock syndrome, invasive fasciitis, pyoderma, scarlet fever, and pneumonia.
- Adenoiditis: An inflammation of the adenoids caused from a viral and bacterial infection and allergies.
Post Nasal Drip Causes – Diseases
- Reflux: Reflux can refer to a couple of different conditions; Vesicoureteral reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: a malignant cancer that occurs in the upper part of the throat.
Post Nasal Drip Causes - Conditions
- Heartburn: This also relates to gastroesophageal reflux disease where the muscles around the entrance in the stomach become relaxed.
- Allergic Rhinitis: A common chronic respiratory condition that induces sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose.
- Deviated Septum: A septum in the nose that is departed from the normal position.
- Nasal Polyp: A polyp that is found in the nasal passage.
- Nasal Swelling: Swelling of the nasal passages.
- Rhinitis: The inflammation of the nasal lining that leads to a runny or blocked passage.
- Structural Problems: These include deviated septum, enlarged turbinates, and enlarged adenoids.
- Nasal Congestion: A congestion of the nasal passages.
- Rhinitis Medicamentosa: Inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes secondary to excessive or improper topical medication.
Allergies are a Major Contributing Factor
- Nasal Allergies: Caused by an over-reaction of the immune system to allergens in the air.
- Hay Fever: A common nasal allergy that is triggered by airborne matter including pollens or molds.
- Mold Allergies: Allergies to mold spores.
- Pet allergies: Allergies to pets, mainly household pets.
Air Irritants Play a Significant Role
- Smoke
- Dust
- Chemicals
- Low Humidity: When there is not enough humidity in the air.
Above is a list of only some of the possible causes. There are so many possibilities that a medical professional should be consulted. How you get this problem corrected is determine by what is causing the symptoms.
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