Constant mucus in the throat - causes and treatment. How to get rid of mucus in the throat in an adult and in a child

Closing mucus in the throat is an unpleasant sensation that cause discomfort, especially if sputum is collected constantly. Many people do not pay attention to this phenomenon and are in no hurry to the doctor, hoping that the mucus will cease to accumulate and interfere with normal life over time. Why mucus accumulates in the throat, which disease can indicate and how to get rid of it, read on.

Why is mucus form in the throat

Mucus in the throat or sputum is a viscous secret that is produced by the epithelium of the nasopharynx, as well as in the trachea and bronchi. This substance envelops the mucous membrane of the ENT organs, preventing them from drying out, injuries, and performs a protective function. Mucus in the larynx and throat is the natural reaction of the body to the inflammatory process that occurs in it, the response to any irritant, allergen. If viruses, microorganisms, other irritants, the mucous secret begins to actively increase in volume, and a person has a desire to free the respiratory tract and swagger. In the presence of a respiratory infection in the nasopharynx, this is a natural process, a protective reaction from infection and after recovery, the mucous secret returns to normal. But, in some cases, the sensation of mucus in the throat is constantly present and may indicate a chronic disease of ENT organs or pathology of the digestive system. The term "postnzal leak syndrome" implies the presence of clots of mucus and a constant unpleasant sensation of a lump in the throat. The mucous discharge flows along the back of the pharynx and cause discomfort. The flowing mucus contains a large number of microbes, which, getting into the digestive tract, when spacing sputum cause a disorder and is accompanied by such unpleasant symptoms as:

• A constant sensation in the nasopharynx and throat of mucus.
• There is a desire to free herself from her: to clean the throat or bite.
• Breathing becomes difficult, accompanied by pain, dryness, itching in the nasopharynx.
• Mucus in the throat, the desire to bite, clean the throat.
• There is constant nasal congestion.
• In some cases, a person suffers from headache, feels weak.

Causes of constant mucus in the throat

Constant mucus in the throat can occur thanks to various factors that are both infectious and non -infectious:

1. Acute respiratory infections (pharyngitis, rhinitis, angina) lead to excessive mucus formation in the throat, thereby cleansing the respiratory tract from microbes, viruses, accelerating the recovery process.
2. Chronic diseases of the upper respiratory tract lead to inflammatory processes of the larynx, nasal sinuses. The mucous secret is actively released and leads to the accumulation of a lump of mucus. Excessive accumulation of mucous substance in the nasopharynx is dangerous in that it leads to the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms.
3. Chronic pathological inflammatory processes of the lower respiratory organs (tuberculosis, pneumonia) lead to excessive formation of sputum. The released mucus makes breathing difficult, a cough with sputum appears, pain in the sternum is felt. This pathology is accompanied by headache, drowsiness, apathy.
4. The allergic reaction of the body to any allergen or irritant is accompanied by the accumulation of sputum in the nasopharynx, the occurrence of a coma in the throat. An allergic cough passes.
5. Mucus constantly accumulates in the throat due to the damage to the digestive organs. The cause of excessive mucus release may become peptic ulcer, gastritis or other factors that provoke the ingress of the contents of the stomach into the esophagus.
6. The reason for excessive mucus secretion may be improper nutrition, in which a person consumes a large number of sharp, fat, salty products and spices that irritate the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, too hot food can provoke the appearance of mucus in the throat.
7. Smokers are more susceptible to the intensive secretion of saliva and bronchial secretion due to irritation of the mucous membrane of the throat of the throat tobacco smoke.
8. A person can experience the feeling of mucus in the golea by breathing polluted air, dust, being in contaminated areas with poor ecology. Residents of industrial areas often complain - constantly swallowing mucus. Thus, the body gets rid of harmful substances by the formation of mucous secretions in the nasopharynx.

Constant mucus in the throat: Symptoms

With constant accumulation of mucus, patients, as a rule, try to get rid of it with cough or swallowing. With excessive secretion of sputum, when it becomes thick and viscous, swallowing mucus can cause vomiting or nausea, and also be accompanied by such symptoms as:

• A feeling of constant burning and sore throat, nasopharynx.
• Patients feel a lump in the throat that does not pass.
• There is a desire to cite, when reigning, there is no relief.
• A person experiences discomfort, pain when swallowing or when eating solid foods.
• Frequent sneezing and nasal congestion is observed.
• The appearance of unpleasant sour smell from the mouth associated with the active reproduction of bacteria.
• It is possible to increase the cervical lymph nodes, the appearance of headaches, general malaise and weakness.

Mucus treatment in the throat

Observing the above symptoms, it is necessary to seek consulting an otolaryngologist and establish the cause of the accumulation of viscous mucus in the throat. After the cause is established, the doctor will prescribe an effective drug treatment aimed at giving out mucus and eliminating chronic infection or inflammatory processes in ENT-organ. In the case of an allergic reaction of the body, consultation with an allergist is necessary. In any case, the treatment of the nasopharynx from the mucus should be complex, since the mucous substance secreted by the mucous membrane of the ENT organs is only a consequence, not a disease.

Mucleas of mucus in the throat

1. Rinsing the throat with antiseptic solutions to eliminate inflammatory processes in it. Antiseptic is prescribed antibiotic drugs, such as: Miramistin, Yox, Haecsorel.
   An independent administration of these medicines is unacceptable, as they have a number of contraindications, especially for pregnant women and children.
2. Sprays or absorbable candies against infectious diseases, such as: cakeon, inharapte. It is worth noting that these drugs only temporarily relieve symptoms and require additional drugs.
3. Immunumnomodulators are special drugs for strengthening immunity and protective functions of the body.
4. Plant -based drugs that help to separate sputum faster, after taking them, a productive expectorant occurs. These drugs with dry cough are especially effective, in which it is difficult to independently get rid of mucus in the throat. Among them: tonsipret, tonsilgon, Sinupret.
5. In addition to taking medications and fulfilling all the doctor's prescriptions, patients should refuse smoking and normalize nutrition, excluding products from the diet that irritate the mucous membrane of the throat and larynx.

How to treat mucus in the throat in an adult

Treatment of mucus in the throat passes in stages, the doctor may prescribe the following treatment:

• Rinsing the throat and nasopharynx with baking soda, furatsilin, potassium permanganate solution, chamomile or sage infusion.
• After the mucus has been eliminated, a course of antibiotics or other drugs is used to treat the cause of the disease of the disease of ENT organa.
• To fix the therapeutic effect, physiotherapeutic procedures are used, such as irradiation of the nasal cavity with ultraviolet.

How to treat mucus in the throat in a child

The presence of mucus in the nasopharynx and throat of the child is quite frequent. Since the mucous membranes of small children are very delicate and vulnerable, their treatment should be sparing.

• One of the most effective ways to remove mucus from the nasopharynx of the child is washing with a slight salt solution, which is completely safe for the child's body. The salt solution has a wonderful disinfecting and antiseptic effect, gently cleansing the nasal cavity and throat from mucus clots, snot.
• If necessary, the doctor may prescribe the baby treatment with local antimicrobials, observing the necessary dosage and the duration of treatment.
• Another safe and effective method of getting rid of mucus in the throat cavity is an aqueous solution based on protein and silver ions - Protargol. The drug has an active effect on the production of mucus secretion and kills microbes and bacteria, normalizing normal microflora and metabolic processes in the nasopharynx.

How to get rid of mucus in the throat: folk remedies

With constant mucus in the throat, folk treatment methods are widely used, which significantly improve the condition. Treatment of mucus with folk remedies using medicinal herbs takes more time and can take from 2 to 4 weeks.

Rinse from mucus in the throat

Among the most effective folk methods of getting rid of sputum are rinsing the throat, with which inflammation of the mucosa is removed. In the presence of infection in the nasopharynx, rinses prevent its further distribution.

1. Rinse with a solution of soda and salt with the addition of iodine. To prepare the solution, you will need 1 teaspoon of soda and salt on a glass of warm water. A few drops of iodine are added to the soda-salt solution. Perform throat rinses at least three times a day.
2. Rinsing with chamomile. Chamomile is a natural antiseptic in order to prepare a rim for rinsing, it is necessary to brew 1 tsp with a spoonful of pharmacy chamomile 250 ml of boiling water and let it brew and strain. Rinse every 3 hours.
3. Rinse calendula. To prepare the solution, it is necessary to brew 1 tsp of the grass with a glass of boiling water and set aside for about 30 minutes, then strain. Cut the throat rinsing every 3 hours.

Inhalation from mucus in the throat

Inhalations are a wonderful, effective way to save the mucous membrane from excessive sputum. To carry out the procedure, you can use a special device - an inhaler, or you can improvised means - a pan, over the steam of which you will need to breathe, covering your head with a towel.

To perform the procedure, such folk remedies are used:

1. Inhalation with mineral water. Mineral water of Borjomi or Essentuki is perfect for the procedure, which include sodium salts. Under the action of steam, the mucus is rapidly separated and alleviates the patient's condition. The duration of the procedure is from 10 to 15 minutes.
2. Inhalation with potatoes. To carry out the procedure, you will need a pan in which potatoes were cooked. After preparing the vegetable, it needs to be kneaded, add soda to potato puree. Inhale the evaporation of potatoes deeply, bending over the pan and covered with a towel. The duration of the procedure is up to 15 minutes.
3. Inhalations with a decoction of chamomile and calendula. To carry out the procedure, prepare a decoction of medicinal herbs in the method described above.

Mucus mucus compresses

Compresses are an excellent tool for liquefaction of mucus and its subsequent excretion from the nasopharynx. Warm fumes emanating from the compress have a therapeutic effect on the nasopharynx.

1. Take dry cottage cheese, if necessary, it can be squeezed through gauze to remove excess fluid. Wrap the cottage cheese in thin natural fabric and attach the compress to the neck. Cover with cling film on top and wrap the throat with a warm cloth. It is recommended to perform a compress before bedtime.
2.   Another effective and affordable method is to perform a compress using an asterisk balm. Squeeze the neck with a balm and wrap it with a warm towel, perform the compress before bedtime.
3. The compress can be made of potatoes, which must be boiled, kneaded and still warm to the throat, wrapping in a cloth. After cooling the vegetable, remove the compress.

Mucus in the throat is a common phenomenon that occurs both in adults and in children. There are a huge number of different reasons, thanks to which mucus and lumps in the throat occur, therefore, in order to establish an accurate diagnosis and get rid of an unpleasant ailment forever, it is recommended to contact doctors. Only a doctor, having conducted examinations and studying all the symptoms of the disease, can provide the correct and effective treatment.