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How Can Post Nasal Drip Be Treated?

I have moderate sinus dripping, and a sinus operation 5 or so years ago offered no relief. For the last three full days, I have been very tired, sleeping off and on daily, and my daily oral temperature has dropped to 98.6., 98.4, and today dropped to 96.5. My throat drippings have increased substantially. Is there a medication or OTC solution available? Should I see my PCP? Thank you for your answer. J. Hilger, YYYY@YYYY
posted on Thu, 8 Feb 2018
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Hello,

Well, it seems that increased sinus dripping or post nasal drip along with other symptoms and already having a history of sinus infection and surgery is pointing towards recurrence of sinus infection or Sinusitis.

I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like PNS view x ray or MRI scan can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly.

You can be advised a course of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, decongestants like Pseudoephadrine, do saline nasal irrigation, steam inhalation and use a humidifier in your room.

You can also be advised decongestant nasal spray containing Xylometazoline or Oxymetazoline. Avoid spicy and chilled foods.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora
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How Can Post Nasal Drip Be Treated?

Hello, Well, it seems that increased sinus dripping or post nasal drip along with other symptoms and already having a history of sinus infection and surgery is pointing towards recurrence of sinus infection or Sinusitis. I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like PNS view x ray or MRI scan can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly. You can be advised a course of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, decongestants like Pseudoephadrine, do saline nasal irrigation, steam inhalation and use a humidifier in your room. You can also be advised decongestant nasal spray containing Xylometazoline or Oxymetazoline. Avoid spicy and chilled foods. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora