Phlegm in my throat and post nasal drip after Covid

Posted by danny2022 @danny2022, Dec 18, 2022

Ever since I had covid in January of 2022 I recovered from the virus but I was left with a constant phlegm in the back of my throat and post nasal drip that will not go away. The feeling of having mucus in the back of my throat actually gets worse when I try to get rid of it by coughing. I have been given steroid inhalers, albuterol, allergy medication, but none of these work. The mucus gets worse especially after I eat. I've never felt like this before and it all started after covid. Can anybody relate to what I am going through?

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drew1987 | @drew1987 | Mar 15 12:29pm

In reply to @poppy67 "I,too, experience that same feeling and had my first panic attack because of it. Since then,..." + (show)

Thank you for sharing and supporting

lkirnbauer | @lkirnbauer | Mar 16 9:30am

Well, first of all, I’m sorry you’re suffering from post sinus drainage. I would gladly trade places with you, as I also have the sinus drainage, but I also have no taste or smell since December of 2022. I’ve had 2 Stellate Ganglion Blocks and they have only slightly helped, but am going in for a 3rd next month as this no taste or smell thing is a bore! It’s a long shot, but if you could have your Thyroid levels checked, that could be the problem. Ask your doctor to do the blood test to check your Thyroid levels. They should test your TSH, T3-free, T4-free and your thyroid antibodies. Mine were off the charts for hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s and I never knew it. It’s a simple blood draw test and it will just rule some other things out. Good luck!

jeindc | @jeindc | Mar 16 9:50am

Having had nasal “sinus problems” most of my life, even after surgery to correct a deviated septum 60+ years ago, post-COVID (contracted 3/2023) the mucus in my throat after eating anything is stunningly massive and annoying. I rarely eat in restaurants now for lots of reasons. This is one. Trying to politely dispose of so much resulting “gunk” in public …! It, like the rashes (leg, mouth) and lymphedema all began 2-3 weeks Post “+” test.

wbbill | @wbbill | Mar 19 8:32am

3 years for me--it drives my wife nuts to have a cough that --might- produce phlegm

drew1987 | @drew1987 | Mar 19 2:52pm

In reply to @lkirnbauer "Well, first of all, I’m sorry you’re suffering from post sinus drainage. I would gladly trade..." + (show)

It's not from the sinuses. It is an inflammatory response to the virus. The body is still in attack mode and producing mucus to clear out said virus. Some people have been afflicted with tracheal infections due to the darn "glonk" not exiting! Ugh! I hope you feel better soon and wish you love and blessings.

gggman | @gggman | Mar 20 7:56am

It will be three years this September for my post covid nasal/sinus/congestion. Its horrible. My congestion is so bad i have liquid that comes out from my ear canal.
Tired of having Kleenex at every video or in person meeting…
No help. Only ENT telling me surgery is the only option…and no guarantee of success.

This has changed my life, not for the better.

luckygurl1962 | @luckygurl1962 | Mar 20 8:24am

Hey Danny, Same here my husband has all ur symptoms. Plus he had a stroke 5 months after the shots , then a large heart attack 4 months later.. I will pray that you will find the physician that can give you n my husband some relief.. He chokes often on the mucus it scares me.. We're trying to raise $5000 for the stem treatment in Foley Alabama..Some folks are finding it helpful. God Bless.. Mrs Ball

iamawriter | @iamawriter | Mar 20 2:27pm

In reply to @gggman "It will be three years this September for my post covid nasal/sinus/congestion. Its horrible. My congestion..." + (show)

Can relate to the "tissue issue." I should have bought stock in Kleenex.

glo49 | @glo49 | Mar 21 2:21pm

In reply to @luckygurl1962 "Hey Danny, Same here my husband has all ur symptoms. Plus he had a stroke 5..." + (show)

Hello, I would like more information on the stem cell treatment. Is it for LC?
I have phlegm constantly, I can not sleep, my vertigo has only gotten worse, and short of breath is really bad. I am so tired. Please share any information on stem cell treatment. Thank you so much.

peternyc | @peternyc | Mar 21 7:45pm

Sorry to bring some more sobering news but Nasalcrom and Claritin not the long term solution I was hoping for. I think symptoms are worse after eating but I do not think this is from reflux. I'm looking for answers once again. Any thoughts on whether getting covid vaccine who helps or make symptoms worse?

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