Every day I cough up what looks like a scab with ugly mucous and blood

@fcleaner1 @beebuzz @needtoknow Hey guys, pardon the totally gross pictures, but I thought it might be helpful to make sure everyone has the same issue in mind. The photo is of the afore mention snot crusts. I’ve been definitively diagnosed with chronic adenoiditis, and will soon be having them removed. Currently, I have to clear one of these bad boys out more or less daily, and at times, it can be annoyingly difficult, painful, and embarrassing to try and “cough it up.” Basically, you sound like you’re trying to (pardon me) “hawk up” a stubborn loogie (sp?). I encourage anyone with similar symptoms to gather the evidence: save/document a series of crusts (to show your provider), study nasal anatomy/read about chronic adenoiditis, and perhaps most important: find an ENT who listens to you, and agrees to perform an internal laryngopharyngeal exam with a flexible fiber scope.

I really appreciate the update, Sarah! Can you share where you got these tips about adding baby shampoo and Ponaris nasal emollient? How has microwaving the rinse bottle helped?

@fcleaner1 @beebuzz @needtoknow Hey guys, pardon the totally gross pictures, but I thought it might be helpful to make sure everyone has the same issue in mind. The photo is of the afore mention snot crusts. I’ve been definitively diagnosed with chronic adenoiditis, and will soon be having them removed. Currently, I have to clear one of these bad boys out more or less daily, and at times, it can be annoyingly difficult, painful, and embarrassing to try and “cough it up.” Basically, you sound like you’re trying to (pardon me) “hawk up” a stubborn loogie (sp?). I encourage anyone with similar symptoms to gather the evidence: save/document a series of crusts (to show your provider), study nasal anatomy/read about chronic adenoiditis, and perhaps most important: find an ENT who listens to you, and agrees to perform an internal laryngopharyngeal exam with a flexible fiber scope.

Finally I have found other people who have the same condition!!! I have had these for several months now and I absolutely hate it!!!!!! I was wondering if it were possible if we might be able to narrow down some causes together. Prior to these, I was having terrible coughing fits upon eating. I was told I had LPR, then that was ruled out. I was treated for Vocal Chord Dysfunction. When I decided to start chewing Xtra Sugarfree gum several months ago is when it began. Not that that has anything to do with it. I am also treated for GERD and have been taking Nexium for many years now. I also suffer from an anxiety disorder. A few years ago I did suffer from Mold Poisoning for a year and had to leave my home and belongings behind (all due to water damage from a leak that wasn’t taken care of). I figured I’d throw some of this out there to see if any connections might be made. My ENT just says he sees some crusting, but also has never heard of or seen what I have shown him in pictures.

Welcome @hsconz, It is comforting to finally know that you are not alone battling this condition. I'm not sure if you have had a chance to read through the discussion but thought I would mention the post earlier in the discussion where @sarahbrhein shared some really good information. Here's the link to her post - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/634674/

I don't have the coughing problem but do have the crusting in the nasal passage and stuffiness. I used a proprietary Mayo Clinic nasal spray for 3 months along with a twice daily nasal rinse but I'm now just doing the nasal rinse in the morning and evening before going to bed. I may give the Ponaris nasal emollient she mentioned a try also as I've been off of the medicated nasal spray for about 6 months and don't breathe quite as good as when I was on the nasal spray.

Have you found anything that helps some with the crusting?

Arm &Hammer Simply Saline 3xday, followed by gentle blowing from each nostril, has solved crusting problem.
In dry conditions and before sleep, I spray a small amount of pure oil into the tip of one nostril (septum side).
(4 bad nosebleeds within 2 weeks for no apparent reason - from that spot.)

Finally I have found other people who have the same condition!!! I have had these for several months now and I absolutely hate it!!!!!! I was wondering if it were possible if we might be able to narrow down some causes together. Prior to these, I was having terrible coughing fits upon eating. I was told I had LPR, then that was ruled out. I was treated for Vocal Chord Dysfunction. When I decided to start chewing Xtra Sugarfree gum several months ago is when it began. Not that that has anything to do with it. I am also treated for GERD and have been taking Nexium for many years now. I also suffer from an anxiety disorder. A few years ago I did suffer from Mold Poisoning for a year and had to leave my home and belongings behind (all due to water damage from a leak that wasn’t taken care of). I figured I’d throw some of this out there to see if any connections might be made. My ENT just says he sees some crusting, but also has never heard of or seen what I have shown him in pictures.

Welcome @hsconz, It is comforting to finally know that you are not alone battling this condition. I'm not sure if you have had a chance to read through the discussion but thought I would mention the post earlier in the discussion where @sarahbrhein shared some really good information. Here's the link to her post - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/634674/

I don't have the coughing problem but do have the crusting in the nasal passage and stuffiness. I used a proprietary Mayo Clinic nasal spray for 3 months along with a twice daily nasal rinse but I'm now just doing the nasal rinse in the morning and evening before going to bed. I may give the Ponaris nasal emollient she mentioned a try also as I've been off of the medicated nasal spray for about 6 months and don't breathe quite as good as when I was on the nasal spray.

Have you found anything that helps some with the crusting?

Do you still have issues with your vocal cord too?