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5. Postnasal Drip

If you have a postnasal drip on a routine basis, you may have nasal polyps. Patients with polyps tend to have a consistent post-nasal drip. To rule out this cause, you will need an evaluation by an otolaryngologist. The doctor will examine of the inside of your nose with a fiberoptic scope, combined with either an X-ray or CAT scan. If polyps are the cause of the postnasal drip, medication or surgery may be needed to correct the issue.

Postnasal Drip or GERD Treatment nasal polyps
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