James Falcao

Is Post Nasal Drip Common With Covid?

Post Nasal Drip is one of the main treatments for snoring. What are post-nasal drip and what is the treatment? How does this differ from cavities or tonsilloliths? What are some of the signs that may indicate that one has this condition? What is Post Nasal Drip? Post Nasal Drip is a nasal drip that occurs when the lower jaw (maxilla) drops to the back of the throat and/or moves towards the nose causing a loss in room temperature air pressure and humidity. This condition is often referred to as Post Nasal Drip. What is the cause of this type of drip?

There are many causes, some of which can be traced to sinusitis, allergic reactions to dust, and/or chemical irritants. When one's nose is blocked up, the result is a reduction in the strength of the nasal barrier. Once that barrier is reduced, mucous membrane inflammation occurs as debris of the lining of the sinuses is forced into the sinus cavities. This debris, mucous, provides a medium for bacteria to breed and an ideal place for allergens to stay.

If the condition is not treated, then this debris will enter the nasal passageways and cause inflammation and swelling of the sinuses. If the mucous is not able to drain, it will end up back into the throat where it causes further irritation and inflammation. The more time it takes for the mucus to drain, the greater the inflammation and swelling. This can eventually lead to a full blown sinus infection if the problem is not treated.

So, is post nasal drip common with covid? While excess mucous is common with this condition, the excess mucous typically originates from the nose and not from the sinuses. This is why there is no associated headache or facial pain. The excess mucous, if left untreated, can cause uncomfortable conditions to worsen due to swelling, puffiness and irritation of the nasal passages.