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Excessive mucus production in the upper respiratory system and throat.
Post-COVID Recovery & COVID-19 | Last Active: Jan 19 2:48pm | Replies (57)Comment receiving replies
Thank you all for your posts ❤️. After 5 years of lung congestion and post nasal drip I have finally read words that make sense.
After a cold (presumed Covid) I started getting excess mucus in my lungs and nose and throat. It feels really similar to what you're all describing. I'm Constantly trying to get rid of mucus and my lung function feels nothing like it used to.
I have had tests spanning the 5 years and all normal. I have suspected this to be Covid related as it came on suddenly, post infection but doctors have been non-plussed.
I may now try NAC.
I'm in the UK and it's difficult to get to see a doctor. Are the NAC supplements you can buy effective? How much would you suggest taking and how often, to start with?
Thank you in advance 🙂
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@clareysquarey Yes, the NAC supplements are effective for me. I would advise to start low. I only take half a capsule (I pour out half) as I find them a little too drying. I bought mine on Amazon under Thorne NAC, 500 mg, 90 capsules are $31. These were recommended by my Integrative Medicine doctor when I went to him after being diagnosed with Long Covid 2 years ago. I would ask your doctor before taking these due to any interactions with other meds, okay? I only take them now when I have a lot of mucus with a sinus infection or other respiratory infection. I do not take them every day. You must drink water with them to stay hydrated. Read the reviews on Amazon.
Have you tried a cool mist humidifer by your bed at night? This helps me too with upper respiratory stuff. I use distilled water in mine and I keep it very clean. I especially like the
Levoit 2.7 Liter cool mist humidifer. It's on sale right now on Amazon for $27.96. I put this
on my nightstand at night when I have upper respiratory stuff. The flow is adjustable and I have had no problems with the floor being wet or my nightstand. It is very easy to clean.
The thick mucosy saliva and the mucus in the back of my throat is gone unless I get an upper respiratory infection. It took 2 years. Like you, all tests were normal with Pulmonologist, except since COVID, I have chronic asthma, more prone to sinus infections, asthmatic bronchitis and pneumonia.
I am praying for you. I empathize. Blessings & Happy New Year.