Phlegm on the throat

[Janice2587]

Eversince I took anti-biotics for my chronic otitis media I noticed that a phlegm is stuck at my throat.It seems that it is coming from my nose and it goes down to my throat.I also noticed that at night time if I'm side lying to my left my left nostril would be block and also with my right nostril if I turn to the right. I have been suffering this for 4 months now.I went to the doctor for 3 times but he just keep on prescribing anti-histamines.PLS ADVICE ME.THANKS A LOT!!!

[National Jewish Health]

Routine use of a nasal steroid spray can be very effective in the treatment of postnasal drip.  It decreases inflammation in the nose and sinuses along with mucus production.  When a nasal steroid spray is used regularly it can prevent postnasal drip.  However it does not provide immediate relief of symptoms.  It may need to be used every day for several weeks to months to notice improvement in the symptoms.  To get the most help from any nasal spray first do a nasal wash to remove mucus from the nose and sinuses.  To learn more about this technique please read our nasal wash treatment information by copying and pasting this address

http://www.nationaljewish.org/disease-info/treatments/alt-ther/nasal-wash.aspx

into the address window of your internet browser.  Share this information with your doctor to see if you would benefit from this daily treatment.  Also ask about a decongestant with or without an antihistamine.