postnasal drip

American  

noun

1. a trickling of mucus onto the pharyngeal surface from the posterior portion of the nasal cavity, usually caused by a cold or allergy.

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postnasal drip British  

/ pəʊstˈneɪzəl /

noun

1. med a mucus secretion from the rear part of the nasal cavity into the nasopharynx, usually as the result of a cold or an allergy

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Etymology

Origin of postnasal drip

First recorded in 1945–50

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postnasal drip

This can also help relieve coughing and sore throat symptoms that are often triggered, at least in part, by accumulated excess mucus draining back into your throat, creating a condition called postnasal drip.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 26, 2022

Reflux can also affect the respiratory tract, resulting in hoarseness, wheezing, postnasal drip, cough or asthma.

From New York Times ● Aug. 23, 2021

One question needed no translation, having accompanied the Japanese sensation like a stubborn postnasal drip since his Masters victory in April: Does he feel any pressure?

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2021

Froum suggests using one to moisturize your nasal passage, while clearing away postnasal drip that may be increasing the amount of bacteria in your mouth.

From Slate ● Jul. 6, 2018

One is a postnasal drip or mucus cough, in which your body’s attack on the cold virus collects in your throat, triggering your cough.

From Washington Post ● Dec. 23, 2013

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