Post nasal drip

[emmachone]

I have post nasal drip and also an upset stomach a lot of the time.  When my stomach is sick, the only way to help it feel better is to eat.  But then that doesn't last too long.  Do you think my upset stomach is de to the dripping?  What do you think is the best remedy for this?

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This discussion is related to HELP!! Can Chronic Post Nasal Drip Cause Stomach Problems? Can allergy symptoms change?.

[of3Mother]

I used top get step throat multiple times a year.  As an adult i finally got my tonsils out (not smart, long recovery). Within a few months i started getting sinus infections along with the constant phlegmy cough. About a year later i ended up in the hospital with massive hives. Went to an allergy specialist and found out i have allergies, which i never knew.  He explained that the post nasal drip can cause acid reflux that can cause your glands to swell. I was actually put on a nasal inhaler and an acid reflux medication.  Made a huge difference!

[jen858]

I'm also having the same problem. My doctor gave me one thing for the sinus infection..that cleared up the nasal drip and fever but the stomach was still awful and lots of pain. I changed my diet to a low alkaline diet which helped and my doc gave me Omeprazalone and said she'd schedule an endoscope (which she hasn't) I've been taking this stuff for about a month and my stomach feels better but now the nasal drip and infection feeling is back sooooooo what's your view on pylori bacteria. Something is up with me too. This started last year and I can't shake it. I do have allergies but this is a new miserable phase. Now my stomach is starting to act up too so?? I exercise and eat well so I'm at a loss. I go back to the doctor next week. Any suggestions what tests to ask for? - Jen
- J

[Dr_Veena]

Hi,
     How are you? Post nasal drip is due to thick phlegm which causes difficulty in breathing, repeated spitting, nausea, sensation of fullness in the throat etc. Whether caused by pollution, chemical exposure, or severe infection, the treatment requires that the cilia mucous system be brought back to normal.
Stomach upsets could be due to excess mucus in the stomach or due to peptic disease. Consult a ENT specialist for further work up and confirmation of te cause.
Best.