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Excessive mucus without cough

Lung Health | Last Active: Sep 7, 2022 | Replies (157)
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@fiesty76

Thanks, @merpreb, for this excellent link! With chronic bronchitis diagnosed by my pulmonologist and the excessive mucus that often comes with it, I've followed most of the recommendations listed in the medicalnewstoday article.

Using a Neti-Pot nasal saline solution along with Alkalol Solution Original Nasal Wash, has provided great relief. The one thing I hadn't considered was that certain foods, in addition to dairy, might trigger more congestion. Just wondering if there are other food groups that might produce more mucus production for some?

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Dec 20, 2020

@fiesty76- Good morning! It's been a bit since we've talked. One thing to keep in mind, for all of us, is to make sure that any foods that you introduce or eliminate must be in accordance with the medicines that you have to take. This is especially true if you have an infection that is causing excessive mucus. A lot of this puzzle is solved on a trial and error basses. What works for you might not for someone else. It's always a good idea to talk with your doctor or consult with a dietician.

Additionally, if my voice is hoarse or sounds thick I know that I haven't had enough fluids to drink, mainly water. I have to force myself to drink sometimes.

Here are some ideas for foods to eliminate. It looks like the list incorporates everything someone might enjoy, lol. However, I'm sure that by trying things out you'll be able to figure out what works for you.
https://lunginstitute.com/blog/21-foods-trigger-mucus-production-21-foods-reduce/
Are there any foods that you have eliminated already and have positive results?

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