How to get rid of snot in the nasopharynx?

A runny nose often disturbs us during colds; you will not surprise anyone with nasal discharge. However, if snot is constantly collecting in the throat, this is already a serious reason for contacting an otolaryngologist. You can get rid of the problem by rinsing or rinsing. If serious violations are found, drug therapy or surgery is prescribed.

Causes of mucus formation in the throat

Under normal conditions, all mucous membranes secrete a secret that protects them from viruses, bacteria, infections and other troubles. If any disturbances occur in the body, mucus begins to be produced in greater quantities, it is concentrated in the nose or nasopharynx. Snot in the throat is a kind of protection against irritating factors. They can appear for a variety of reasons:

1. Irritation of the oropharynx and nasopharynx by external factors. This can be dust, food that is too hot or too spicy, tobacco smoke, alcohol, medications in the form of sprays or lozenges.
2. Respiratory tract pathologies. Diseases such as rhinitis, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia and others can lead to snot flowing down the back of the nasopharynx into the throat.
3. Inflammation of the sinuses. Sinusitis, frontal sinusitis, sinusitis and ethmoiditis lead to the formation of mucus clots between the nose and throat. Most often, the secret has an unpleasant odor, a thick consistency and a green or yellow-green color.
4. Digestive system disorders. It is in the pharynx that the respiratory and digestive systems intersect. In some diseases of the stomach and esophagus, excessive secretion of mucus is formed. Very often, this phenomenon provokes the throwing of the contents of the stomach back into the pharynx, while aggressive hydrochloric acid and enzymes cause mild inflammation of the mucous membrane.
5. Allergy. If allergens are inhaled with air, snot may form in the throat. It is a defensive reaction to foreign agents. The body begins not only to produce a secret in the nasopharynx, in case of allergic reactions, tearful eyes and sneezing are observed.
6. Abuse of nasal drops and sprays. In medicine, this phenomenon is called "medication rhinitis". With it, there is difficulty in breathing, the formation of thick snot, which is difficult to cough up. Vasoconstrictor drugs cause hypertrophy of the nasal mucosa if overdose is allowed.
7. Hormonal disruptions. The formation of mucus in the throat can occur as a result of serious changes in all systems in the body. Endocrine disorders, puberty, or pregnancy can trigger this condition.
8. Anatomical abnormalities. Excessive production of mucus in the throat may indicate conditions such as polyps, swelling in the throat, or a deviated nasal septum. In such cases, the easiest way to get rid of the problem is with an operation.

Symptoms of the violation

It is not difficult to recognize the presence of accumulations of mucus in the throat, because it delivers a lot of discomfort. You need to see a specialist when you have the following symptoms:

• a constant feeling of a lump in the throat that cannot be swallowed or cough up;
• burning or sore throat, causing involuntary cough;
• difficulty swallowing;
• bad breath;
• shortness of breath.

To remove snot from your throat, you must make an appointment with an otolaryngologist. Treatment is given after the underlying cause is identified. Only by eliminating the underlying disease, it will be possible to get rid of the symptoms that disturb the patient. In addition to examination by an ENT, the patient may be assigned additional consultations with such specialists:

• infectious disease specialist;
• gastroenterologist;
• infectious disease immunologist.

The overall clinical picture becomes visible only after all analyzes have been carried out and their results have been studied. In particular, it can be allergy tests, complete blood count, blood test for antibodies to viruses, bacterial culture and smear, nasopharyngeal endoscopy, rhinoscopy.

Only after all these procedures, the doctor can reliably establish the cause of the violation and choose the most appropriate treatment.

Drug therapy

In no case should you ignore the snot in an adult or a child, as it can lead to serious consequences. The most common causes of mucus are bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. If you swallow the secretions, you can get a strong digestive upset, since pathogenic microorganisms will continue to function in the gastrointestinal tract.

Also, pathogenic microflora can enter the respiratory tract and cause serious illness. Mucus is an ideal breeding ground for viruses, fungi and bacteria, so it is important to remove it as soon as possible.

Drugs for the treatment of an adult are prescribed depending on what caused the disease. The main task is to eliminate the source of infection, this is the only way to achieve a quick and complete recovery. Depending on the etiology, you can get rid of the violation using the following means:

• Antibiotics They are prescribed in cases where the infection was provoked by bacteria. Drugs can be of both systemic and local action.
• Antiviral agents. They have a positive effect on the elimination of snot caused by ARVI and other viral diseases.
• Antiseptics. Anti-inflammatory and disinfecting agents help to significantly improve the condition of the mucous membrane, cleanse it and protect it from pathogenic microflora. They greatly speed up recovery.
• Antihistamines. Appointed in case of allergy detection. Significantly improve the condition of patients after the first application.

Folk remedies

You can get rid of the problem not only with pharmaceutical preparations, but also with the help of folk remedies. They give a pronounced effect and at the same time do not harm the body, since they do not contain chemicals. You can try these methods of eliminating snot from your throat:

1. Honey and aloe. The pulp of a medicinal plant, previously peeled from the skin, must be mixed with honey and taken 2 times a day after meals.
2. Lubrication with propolis tincture. To prepare the tincture, you need to thoroughly grind the propolis so that it turns into a powder, pour a glass of cold water over it. After a while, unnecessary impurities and wax will float up, and the propolis itself will peel off and go down, it is he who will be the raw material for the tincture. The resulting sediment must be poured with alcohol at the rate of 30 g of propolis per 100 g of alcohol. The resulting mixture should be used to lubricate the throat.
3. Honey and calendula. To prepare a healing mixture, you need to mix fresh calendula flowers and honey in equal proportions. You need to use the remedy after each meal until a complete recovery occurs.

Additional measures

In addition to treatment with medications and folk remedies, you can use additional measures. They can help relieve severe symptoms and make breathing easier. To remove mucus, follow these rules:

• Rinsing. In order to rinse your throat, you can use a decoction of chamomile, tincture of oak bark, boiled water with salt and soda, and other means. The more often you carry out the procedure, the better the condition will be already the next day.
• Rinsing the nose. A simple and effective procedure that removes mucus and has a beneficial effect on the mucous membrane of the throat. The rinsing solution can be prepared from potassium permanganate, soda, sea salt, furacilin, sage or chamomile decoction.
• Drink plenty of fluids.Drinking plenty of water will help maintain the hydrobalance in the body and remove toxins from it as quickly as possible.
• Inhalation. Vapors of essential oils, such as eucalyptus, have a beneficial effect on the elimination of mucus. You can also use saline for inhalation.
• Sufficient air humidification. If the humidity inside the room is less than 50%, it can only aggravate the disease. In order for the indicator to be optimal (50-70%), you can use special devices or simply place containers with water near the batteries.

Prophylaxis

Getting rid of green snot in your throat can be very difficult at times. In order not to have to heal for a long time, it is best to prevent the problem. For prevention you need:

• revise, if possible, the place of work, if it is associated with a constant stay in a dusty room;
• use protective equipment against polluted air;
• quit smoking and do not abuse alcohol;
• do not take too spicy or hot food if it irritates the mucous membranes;
• strengthen general and local immunity;
• treat rhinitis responsibly and to the end;
• prevent hypothermia of the body.

The throat can disturb us not only with soreness, but also with the accumulation of mucus. This phenomenon may indicate the presence of serious diseases in the body, therefore, you should contact a specialist immediately after the first symptoms appear.

Self-medication in this case is contraindicated, therapy is prescribed by an otolaryngologist after a thorough analysis of the clinical picture. Paying attention to the disease in time, you can quickly cure it.