Why do I have to clear my throat of mucus after eating?

Why do I have to clear my throat of mucus after eating?

Most people who complain of chronic throat clearing have a disorder called laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). It’s caused when matter from the stomach — both acidic and nonacidic — travels up to the throat region, causing an uncomfortable sensation that makes you clear your throat.

How do I get rid of mucus in my throat and ears?

You can take steps to relieve the symptoms of postnasal drip. Exposure to steam, by taking a shower or drinking hot soup, for example, can help to thin the mucus and open the nasal passages. You can also prevent mucus from collecting in your throat while you sleep by lying on propped-up pillows.

Can blocked ears cause mucus in throat?

Eustachian tube blockage The Eustachian tube connects the middle ear to the throat. Fluid and mucus flows from the ear to the back of the throat through this tube, where it’s swallowed. But instead of flowing down the throat, fluid and mucus can sometimes become trapped in the middle ear and clog the ear.

How do I stop sinus drainage in my throat?

Treatments

1. Take a medication such as guaifenesin (Mucinex).
2. Use saline nasal sprays or irrigation , like a neti pot, to flush mucus, bacteria, allergens, and other irritating things out of the sinuses.
3. Turn on a vaporizer or humidifier to increase the moisture in the air.

How do you tell if your eustachian tube is blocked?

Symptoms of Eustachian tube dysfunction

1. Your ears may feel plugged or full.
2. Sounds may seem muffled.
3. You may feel a popping or clicking sensation (children may say their ear “tickles”).
4. You may have pain in one or both ears.
5. You may hear ringing in your ears (called tinnitus).

What causes sinus drainage down your throat?

Spicy food, cold and dry air, fumes or smoke, and other factors can also cause mucus to run out of the sinuses faster than normal. When you produce excess mucus and it goes down your throat, making you feel as though you constantly have to clear mucus from your throat, that’s post-nasal drip.