Chronic Mucus Remedies
"In vertebrates, mucus is a slippery secretion produced by, and covering, mucous membranes. It is a viscous colloid containing antiseptic enzymes (such as lysozyme) and immunoglobulins that serves to protect epithelial cells in the respiratory, gastrointestinal, urogenital, visual, and auditory systems in mammals; the epidermis in amphibians; and the gills in fish.
Excess nasal mucus, as with a cold or allergies may be treated cautiously with decongestant medications. Excess mucus production in the bronchi and bronchioles, as may occur in asthma, bronchitis or influenza, may be treated with anti-inflammatory medications as a means of reducing the airway inflammation which triggers mucus over-production. Thickening of mucus as a "rebound" effect following over-use of decongestants may produce nasal or sinus drainage problems and circumstances that promote infection. Mucus with any color other than clear or white is generally an indicator of an infection of the nasal mucosa, the paranasal sinus or, if produced via a productive cough, of a lower respiratory tract infection."
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mucus
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ALLIMAX
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[YEA] 01/30/2012: Sallie from Sunshine Coast, Qld. Australia: "I am hoping that Tricia reads this as she was suffering with mucous in her throat. I take Allimax capsules daily for healthy lungs & got some for my friend who suffered badly with postnasal drip & an irritating cough, she had suffered for years & had tried numerous medications & "remedies". @ Allimax capsules daily the first week & then 1 per day thereafter has fixed the lot!
Allimax contains fresh garlic bulb (but does not make you smell! ) & Golden seal. I was looking at this site for info on taking H2O2 as my son is taking it & bought me some.... Any negatives?"
Replies01/31/2012: Timh from Louisville, Ky, Usa replies: "Sallie, the active ingredient "Berberine" found in Goldenseal is known to inhibit B Vitamins, so it has long been suggested to not use it for extended periods; otherwise it's a great natural antibiotic."
02/02/2012: Tricia from Ireland replies: "Hi, Sallie. Thank you for your tip. I'm not sure that I can get Allimax here but I'll certainly try out the ingredients that are in it. As for H2o2 I didn't find any negatives with it. I only used it in order to clear the backlog of mucous that weaved it's way onto my lung/chest area. I knew that if I didn't do that I would be looking at a different set of problems down the line. The H2o2 opened the airways enough for me to take a strong healthy cough to clear everything, which I had previously been unable to do. Now I will intermttantly use it if I haven't been able to 'spit or blow' my nasal drips. I have only found H2o2 to be a benefit. Thank you again for the tip."
02/03/2012: Marco from Toronto, Canada replies: "TO TRICIA FROM IRELAND:HOW DO YOU TAKE YOUR H2O2? HOW MUCH AND WHAT KIND? THANKS"
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
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[WORKED TEMPORARILY] 01/08/2010: Brooke from Montgomery, Tx: "I need help with excessive mucous.I have it in my nose and my lungs. It has been about 2 months and I am going crazy. ACV helps a little but it comes back. I will try potassium and see if that helps. If anyone else has any suggestions I would appreciate it."
Replies01/09/2010: Joyce from Joelton, Tn replies: "Hello Brooke from Montgomery, Tx.,
Google "potassium iodide" and look through references until you find one mentioning Tahoma Clinic. Pull this one up to read Dr. Jonathan Wright's article about SSKI (saturated solution of potassium iodide).
Since it has many different uses (including one that Dr. Wright didn't mention of using 2 drops of SSKI or Lugol's solution daily to aid your stomach in producing hydrochloric acid to digest your food), I suggest that you print this article to keep on hand for ready reference. I found it to be quite useful in liquefying secretions in the lungs and head to aid in getting them out more easily.
Also, please remember to not dilute your Lugol's or SSKI in chlorinated water to avoid the chemical reaction converting your potassium iodide back into iodine!"
12/05/2010: Brooke from Montgomery, Tx, Usa replies: "Joyce, I have recently found a hair remedy solution that has Iodine in it. I have been religiously taking it and my hair, skin and nails have been changed to the point that I am extremely excited! I am telling everyone about it! However, it has not helped the mucous situation. It has been a year that I have had this. I have tried Edgar Cayce remedies, which I am a HUGE believer in, and Chiropractic, to name a few! I am also a Body Alignment Technique practitioner and have used that to try and solve my problem with no luck! This has definitely been a problem for me for the past year. Is there any other remedy that you or Ted could suggest? I would try just about anything to rid myself of this condition!"
11/18/2011: Justino from Chicago, Il replies: "May I ask what the hair, skin, nails treatment you are using is called? It sounds like something I would be interested in.Thanks, Justino"
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GINGER TEA
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[YEA] 08/26/2010: Frankii from Quincy, Ma, Usa: "I used to have a lot of sticky mucus coming up from my throat when I drink or eat something wrong. Nothing help me so far to relief this problem except drinking real ginger boiled with water."
Replies08/29/2010: Linde from St. Paul, Mn Usa replies: "Frankii - I had the same problems as you (I also read your previous post). What helped me with the mucus was drinking Kefir - but not the stuff you buy in the stores. You need to get the grains that you make at home. I am fortune to be able to use raw milk to make mine - however any milk will work - just make sure that its organic. Years ago, I went to a naturopathic doctor who diagnosed me with a BAD case of candida and parasites. I had ALL of the symptoms you did. People would step back from me when I talked - so I know my breath was BAD!!! I took Diflucan and Nystatin to initially knock out the candida. Then I tried a herbal formula for the parasites. I went thru some major detox sysmtoms but my horrible fecal breath went away for good. Using the homemade kefir has been wonderful for my entire digestive system!!! I cannot recommend it highly enough! I use it in smoothies in the AM or just plain (tastes like buttermilk). Good luck with this Frankii - I can relate to what you are going thru. Linde"
08/30/2010: Rosa from Marietta, Ga/usa replies: "I would like to know how to make kefir"
10/01/2010: Aisak from Los Angeles, Ca replies: "I have a video on how to make kefir on youtube. My youtube username is lilchez1. This is the link but I don't know if I am allowed to post links here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-emhjL2TooIt is good stuff. I will have to start drinking it again if it will clear the mucus in my lungs."
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HISTAMINE LEVELS
11/24/2011: Christine from Nottingham, England: "Have had this problen of excesive throat mucus, sore throat, frothing etc, for over two years. I was put on acid blockers, which made the problem worse. In my opinion the problem is caused by fermentation possibly caused by abnormal gut flora. I am now taking probiotics and betaine hcl with food. I am also drinking dandelion tea for its anti inflammatory properties.
In my experience high levels of histamine are possibly involved, which can cause irritation and inflammation. Abnormal gut flora can cause excessive histamine. If you goggle histamine you can see the disruption it can cause. Some foods block the enzyme that breaks it down and others can cause you to produce more. It is a very interesting subject. I am having some success at last. The foggy feeling is gone, as is the blurred vision. The mucus is clearing and my throat is no longer sore. It is early days. I hope this posting can help others, as the medical people are not interested. Good luck to your all and good health."
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REMEDIES NEEDED
04/10/2012: Ah_lau from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, East Malaysia: "Can someone tell me why my nose is runny all the time when I am having my lunch, dinner and breakfast? It's very embarrasing eating with this condition at restaurants and in front of other people. Most importantly, I need ways to stop this watery nose thingie."
Replies04/12/2012: Cat from Papamoa, Bay Of Plenty replies: "Ah_lau from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, East Malaysia - if you are eating spicy foods or even hot soups, this may cause your nose to run. It happens to me, I believe it is just clearing the nasal passages but is annoying and embarrassing."
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01/18/2012: Christine from Nottingham, England: "I have posted before about my mucus issues and have been helped by many of your kind suggestion. However I still have a problem when drinking bicarbanate and cider vinegar formula. In fact, just plain water can make me froth up from my gut. I am ok with solid food. Can anyone shed any light on this, could it be some kind of chemical response? Thanks for your time and good health to your all."
Replies03/04/2012: Andrea C from Cardiff, Wales replies: "FOR MUCUS: Juice an organic onion and drink the juice. Be aware that this is mighty powerful and if too strong dilute with a small amount of pure or distelled water. If no juciers, cut up an organic onion, blender with a small amount of water, strain, a tea strainer will do. Then drink the juice. I did a full strength onion through a jucier, and vertually less than a minute later, a river of mucus came flooding outta my mouth with no coughing, or effort at all!! I was lucky I made the bathroom and just stood with my head over the toilet while this river came gliding out!! I was shocked as I never exspected it to work so quick so keep a bucket, bowl, or what ever handy!! It also help's with other health issue's but is well known to fight mucus x x x x x x Love Andrea c x x x x x"
03/16/2012: Andrea C from Cardiff, Wales replies: "me again! Lol! Found another "Mucus" remedy by accident!! A cup of water as hot as u can stand, add, 1/2 a teaspoon of cayenne pepper, (I use organic but I reckon normal will do just as well) half a teaspoon of ginger powder, a tablespoon of Manuka honey, a 1/4 teaspoon of bicarb (sodium bicarbonate) 2 tablespoons of "raw unpasturised" apple cider vinegar with the 'mother'. Drink straight down with a straw. It brought a load of mucus off my chest, and it running outta my nose as well! It also help to quiet my tinnitus down too!!The cayenne, ginger, maunka and hot water, alone also brought it up from my chest, helped my circulation, and opened up my bowels this morning, plus 2 senna tablets, (I have chronic constipation, ) and the senna alone did not help, even at 4 tabs. I took this at at bed time and it helped me relax and sleep (I suffer with insommnia big time!! And ) And the first remedie, I took when I got outta bed. I wasn't sure were to put his as it had so many good points! Hoorah!! Love Andrea c x x x x"
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12/27/2011: Christine from Nottingham, England,: "Hi Deb, I am a fellow sufferer. I have the problem mainly in the morning. I think it may be relate do candida infection. The gut flora being out of balance. I am taking Ted's Bicarbonate and vinegar formula in the morning. What seems to help most is taking Glutamine powder last thing at night. It helps heal the gut. Also 250mg of magnesium. It seems to make the mucus less in the morning. I also take probiotics and milk thistle for liver support. I'm going to start taking oregano oil.
It does seem to be diet relateted- when I eat too much sugar or bread it gets worse. I know it can get you down. There are some support site for this problem if you type in mucus issues. Good luck. Don't give up in your search. But do not underestimate the value of a clean diet to heal the gut, which in turn should help the throat mucus problems."
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12/27/2011: Christine from Nottingham, Englandsorry: "Sorry, it is me again. I forgot to mention that dandelion tea is very anti inflammatory and helps a lot."
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12/26/2011: Deb from Melbourne, Australia: "Please bear with me as this is a bit descriptive in places. I have suffered with sinusitis and constant phlegm in my throat for the past 15 years. It is really bad at night as I can feel a big ball of phlegm in my throat and swallowing does not get rid of it. I am constrantly clearing my throat and spitting up. This is really hard to do as it is so sticky that it just sticks in my throat. It does not go away over the course of the day.
I have tried ACV for 3 months but this made my blood pressure go up and did not help anyway. I took a course of strong antibiotics for 6 weeks and this did help but 4 weeks after stopping was back to the same. I did this course another time 1 year later and the same thing happened so do not want to go down this road again. I have been taking 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric in warm water every morning for the past 6 months but still has not helped, even though it has made me feel more energetic which is a plus.
I sometimes feel really sick and is because of infections as start getting green discharge in my throat. During infection stage, I get a few heart arrythmias which does not help. Don't think it is in my chest as coughing to clean my throat and not from deep within. I am at my wits end as feeling pretty miserable most of the time and husband has had enough of constant throat clearing and spitting up. Have been watching posts for past 2 years but most of them say had success with cayenne pepper. This was not so in my case so any suggestions made will be greatly appreciated. Hoping to get some replies soon."
Replies12/26/2011: P from Middle, Fl replies: "Try 1 teaspoon of seasalt in a glass of water and drink!Also go to following website, very informative info to back up the seasalt and water remedy, thanks to the good folks of earthclinic ;
It worked for me, but my issue was minor compared to yours! Good luck!"
12/26/2011: Bonnie from Riverside, Ca. replies: "Hi Debbie,I have been given loads of antibiotics over the years and they don't work in my case. One Pharmacist told me that Sinusitis is (resistant bacteria).
What has helped me control it so far (without medication) is this:
1. A neti pot
2. Warm water
3. A Q-tip
4. Bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar
I take the Q-tip and dip it in the Apple Cider Vinegar and dip and swirl the Q-tip around in the warm water in the Netti pot. (a tiny amount of ACV)
At first I only allowed this ACV & water solution in one nostril using the neti pot and allow the water to run out the other nostril. To see if I was ok with this in my sinuses.
It was fine in my case. Then when I irrigated my nostrils I tried to suck the solution into my upper sinus cavities or bend my head back to get the solution up into the upper sinus cavitites and then I spit this out. This seems to kill the bacteria in my case.
I also swallow some of the ACV solution. (A teaspoonful in a glass of water) this if my ears and throat are irritated.
And I have my husband drop some of the ACV/water solution (the one drop type in the neti pot) in each ear. This also helps in my case. Only when I need it.
The one draw back is this:
There is no long term use data that I know of?
And no one seems to know how this will affect the ph balance in the sinuses. (after 3 weeks I seem fine)
I was so miserable and desperate that I am willing to take a chance and I only use this solution when I absolutely have to. Also how great can the ph balance be in my sinuses with all that horrible bacteria in them making me miserable?
Sometimes I feel cured but once in awhile the problem returns but less fierce.
I use only a tiny amount in water and only when necessary.
I don't over do this treatment. Also if something doesn't seem right I would stop this treatment as with any other medication. This seems to work for me."
12/27/2011: Bonnie from Riverside, Ca. replies: "One more thing Debbie, after being well for days from a sinus attack my husband brought an antique lounge chair into my bedroom and underneath the chair was lots of dust we couldn't see. This was causing my throat to itch. Drinking a teaspoon of ACV in water helped with the itching but it was the old fabric and the dust underneath this chair that was causing my sinus trouble. Once we took the chair out of my room I was back to normal!Make sure no antique fabrics and dust are in your house. Especially where you sleep. Vintage wool is a real culprit.
I was told that dust mite feces is what gets people sick."
12/27/2011: Timh from Louisville, Usa replies: "Deb, are you getting enough Beta Carotene/Vit-A in your diet?? Most people with liver disease, and diabetes have problems converting beta carotene to Vit-A and thus have problems with mucus membranes of particularly ears, nose, throat, lungs, and intestines.Try some therapeutic doses of Vit-A softgels and zinc until you notice a lessening of symptoms and then taper off a little for daily maintenance. And if you've never used Zinc Lozenges, then now may be the time, as infectious diseases cannot live in a cell that is optimized w/ Zinc. Most Z. L. also have Vit-C which is an additional germ killer."
12/27/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Deb, you may need a different name as I am Debbie from Melbourne and post regularly and don't want people to get us confused."
12/27/2011: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines replies: "Hi Deb... Regarding your excess phlegm symptoms, this can be reduced by taking 1/4 to 1/2 tspn Sea Salt in water twice a day outside mealtimes. Also, reducing all dairy in the diet will help to reduce your mucus. When I also had problems with phlegm, taking lugol's iodine orally helped tremendously to reduce my own phlegm build ups. Iodine is necessary and is used and secreted in every mucus gland in the human body and is used as a first line of defense against outside pathogens entering the body. Thus, with proper levels of iodine/iodide in the body, mucus will more fully help to defend your body and the mucus levels will also tend to reduce. A 2% lugols solution dosage that you need would be at least 8 drops(more if you can take it) in split dosages every day.Since you also have sinusitis -- this is an allergy issue. All allergies usualy originate because of the inability of the liver to properly remove allergens sufficiently and efficiently from the blood. Therefore, you may also have liver stress and weakness. So taking Alpha Lipoic Acid(300 mgs twice a day), Selenium(200 mcgs twice a day) and Milk Thistle(1000 mgs twice a day) at lunch and dinner will help to detox and revive the liver. Max Gerson also found that when he used lugol's iodine in larger oral dosages on his cancer patients -- all their allergies just disappeared. Similarly, by using this liver detox, the blood quality is much improved and BP should reduce. Taking Vitamin C -- 1000 mgs 3 times a day -- will also help to reduce the BP.
Since you also have used antibiotics for extended periods I would also do a Google Search on "Antibiotic Syndrome Candida". Using antibiotics like this -- over extended periods -- kills all the beneficial and protective flora bacteria in the intestines and leaves the body wide open to candida attack and infection. Again, lugol's iodine will help you here, but if you have candida, you will have to use a much higher dose than above to kill the candida off. See this link on Dr Orian Truss and candida:
12/28/2011: Deb from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Thankyou to everyone who has replied to my post. I realised when I was reading some that I hardly have any salt in my diet so will try this first. I have a very healthy diet with no take aways or canned foods. Usually meat and fresh vegies, seeds and nuts and salads is my staple food. I drink at least 2 litres of water daily but doctors have told me I am dehydrated. I do not use salt in my cooking or on my food so hope this is the remedy I am looking for. I make my own bread and yoghurt so no salt in this either. I exercise everyday and am not overweight so hate feeling ill all the time. I have removed all carpets about 6 years ago thinking it might be dust mite allergy but made no difference. Will post later to let you know how I got on.To Debbie from Melbourne, I will change my screen name when this post is finished. Thank you to everyone for your quick response."
12/28/2011: Carolyn from Abilene, Tx replies: "Deb, I've been plagued with mucus issues for several years also, perhaps not as bad as yours. Like clockwork the past 4 years I've spent New Years Eve in a walk in clinic because I've come down with bronchitis or sinus infection. It seemed to escalate this past year, with several trips to health clinics and doctors for antibiotics. My eyes became extremely inflamed as well for several months. None of the antihistimanes worked well, and I have several antibiotic allergies. However early this month I had a colonoscopy in which the doctor found a small polyp. Lab showed it was benign, thankfully, but since removal of the polyp, my mucus problem seems to have gone away! I'll know for sure in another month I guess, but it's wonderful to wake in the mornings without having to hack and cough up dark green phlegm. I think sometimes mucus generation is the bodies way of telling us something is out of kilter."
12/29/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Deb, I would also add iodine to your diet. If you don't have sea salt then you are probably iodine deficient. Iodine is a great detoxer as well. You can research iodine on this website under remedies.I bought some Tissue salts for my son yesterday for a mucous/congestion problem. These are homoepathic mineral salts and would probably help you. There are tissue salts for many ailments. The one I got was called "Kali Mur" (potassium chloride) and it is sprayed into the throat. The minerals salts are much underated."
12/30/2011: Bonnie from Riverside, Ca. replies: "Debbie of Melbourne please keep us informed of your sinus progress.I hate hearing about someone that has been as sick as you have been and for so long!
I am still irrigating my sinuses with a drop of apple cider vinegar in my neti pot filled with warm water. And blowing out all mucus in my sinuses!
I am only using it about 2 to 3 times a day now and I am about 99 1/2 % well. I can sleep though the night now with clear sinuses.
I hope you get better with the treatment that works best for you!
Best wishes Bonnie!"
12/30/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Thanks Bonnie, but it is not me who has a congestion issue, it is my son. He also has digestion/leaky gut issues as well as other things. I am going to get him a hair and mineral analysis test as these problems are not resolving. I am for the most part very healthy (knock on wood)."
12/30/2011: Debbie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Oops I think I responded to the wrong post. Bonnie you meant "Deb of Melbourne" (someone different to Debbie of Melbourne). Too confusing!! We are having the same problems in my house but didn't start the thread."
12/30/2011: Anthony from Philadelphia, Pa replies: "Where are you going to get the hair analysis done at? I have been looking for a reliable place to get this done at. Thanks and Goodluck!"
12/31/2011: Bonnie from Riverside, Ca. replies: "Hello Debbie, The Debbie I was referring to had the Sinusitis problem for 15 years. And I feel so bad for her! I am nearly cured of my sinusitis and there is not supposed to be a cure for it! This Apple Cider Vinegar is like a miracle for me!I only use a drop of ACV in warm water in a netti pot. And I am not needing much irrigation anymore!
Also what is scary about sinusitis is that bacteria can go to the brain. I read that on Wikipedia. I suffered from this problem for 11 years. Not one doctor helped me at all!
I hope you get relief for your boy! Best Wishes!"
02/15/2012: Sss1sue from Chicago, Illinois replies: "Sea salt (over-rated) is a waste in this case, certainly not all are created equal. Get a low sodium IODIZED salt and choke down warm salt water a couple times per day. Marshmallow root can help to thin it out too. If you are desparate- get an otc guaifenesin. A 30 day heavy metal cleanse (herbal) may help out the liver and kidneys to loosen up some phosphates and what not that may be bringing you down."
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12/22/2011: Patrice from Nashua, Nh: "I don't see anything listed under AILMENTS for 'phlegm'. I have green sputum which the docs tried to solve on 3 types of antibiotics to no avail. This resulted in a c-diff reaction with all good bacteria being destroyed and weakening my immune system. I am on probiotics, fermented foods and a cough that starts dry and very labored causing backache which eventually brings up bits of green phlegm. I was searching EC to see what I could take to encourage more production. It seems this green stuff has been hidden in crevices in my lungs for ages (perhaps reason for many of my maladies) and is finally being forced up but would like some remedy to encourage more. Hoping you can direct me to the right section."
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10/29/2011: Allen from Sydney, Australia: "Hi Sir, I've been having a dry throat just recently in the day and a thick and sore throat as well when I wake up from my sleep. Before this I had the flu with aching pain all over my body. Muscles aching, back of the neck sore, eyes sore as well and my limbs were acting as well. In the last couple of days, I can't sleep. When I lay down, it feels like that there is something there near the base of my throat. Sometimes when I press in that area phlegm comes up. I think of bad thoughts- I can only get a few or no sleep at all constantly getting up and coughing. I drink water, chew gum and use a neti pot to relieve the anxiety. This helps me but soon as I try and lay back down again that feeling comes back and I get up again and again. I had a tonsillectomy at 37 and now I'm 47. I had an appointment to see an ENT dr. I asked if this is a contributing factor he said no. In the past I've always had trouble with my throat after the op. by clearing my throat, this was done because the dr who operated on me did not go well. I had to have a blood transfusion because both sides of the tonsils were bleeding and I was vomiting blood clots.
Anyway this year 2011 the ENT specialist said that there was no obstructions down my throat. But I now get dry and thick throat. I had a ct scan some years after and it showed that I had build up in the head area. It looked like on the xray, a white substance. Can you please advise me on what now is happening to me? Thanks for your time and patience. Allen"
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03/24/2011: Kaka from Boston, Massachusetts: "Hi, For the last month, I've been getting a constant Post nasal drip (mucus) from the back of my throat which I have to spit out like every 1 minute, the mucus is clear, bubbly and incredibly glue like (it sticks to absolutely anything Yuk! )
Also, I have a constant yellowish/whiteish, and sometimes a greenish tint coating at the back of my tongue, it is incredibly thick and I brush everyday (with occasional mouthwash), but it continues.
Along with the coating, there is a constant foul taste in my mouth and throat, it kinda tastes like acid (I think this "taste" is due to the coating of my tongue, I think I'm always tasting the coating on my tongue and its disgusting)
Furthermore, I've got excessive bubbly and frothy saliva which makes it hard to talk to pppl and just constantly takes over my mouth (sigh). Although I belive this saliva "could" be from my body trying to neautralise all the mucus and coating on my tongue and throat, therefore creating more and more saliva, but I don't know for sure.
Sometimes, the saliva is incredibly sticky and along with the sticky mucus from my throat, it is the worst feeling ever :(:(
Finally, my hard palate (the bit behind my front teeth) kinda tingles just slightly if I place my tongue on it, which is rly annoying cos my tongue is there all the time. I also have some pressure on my front two teeth but not much.
From time to time, I have a bad cough too.
I've been to the doctors a few times, had antibiotics for sinuses- did nothing, now they think its acid reflux?? I've just started meds for it a few days ago but no improvement yet and I dont have any heartburn :(
I've had a lot of sinus issues in the past, but havnt really caused on going symptoms like these, could this be from my sinues?? like an undetectable infection or soemthing?? antibiotics did nothing :(
could acid reflux cause this???? :(
I dnt know if this is related but all these problems started when I used a new toothpaste, which kinda dried out my mouth a lot for a week, and these issues started after. But I dont think it is because of toothpaste lol.
Im totally depressed bcos I hav to go through this everyday :(. Im starting to perform badly in school as well and hav A LOT of anxiety. I think anxiety is making all the symptoms worse :( I cant talk bcos of the excess mucus/saliva and taste in my mouth
what could cause all of this??? sinus?/ acid relfux??
is there any cure? or home remedies I can use to AT LEAST mask the symptoms, bcos they are depressing me soooo much
thanx a lot guys :( - from a very depressed teenager"
Replies03/24/2011: Ginny from Boise, Idaho replies: "Your problem could be the Chem Trails and the Ariel spraying that is going on in the sky. (Youtube - What in the world are they spraying?" ) Myself and my dog had most of your symptoms. I did a metal detox on both of us with chlorella, spirulina, high vit c, Fossil shell powder. My dog had to take Marshmellow root , as he was older and it effected him more. In the Chem Trail Spray are nano particles that go in to your lungs and nose and irritate them. Slice and dice! My dog would hack up dinner plate size of flem after the day of spraying. I get runny noses when I am outside and they are spraying.Cause # 2. A few years ago, if I would drink milk, anytime close to brushing my teeth, I would hack for a long time and tons of mucous came out. I stopped using fluoride tooth paste and the problem went away."
03/26/2011: Catherine from Wellington, New Zealand replies: "It sounds like a really bad sinus infection possibly coupled with candida, but you have obviously had this checked out. I myself had sinus issues from early teens (am now 68) and finally was rid of them almost overnight a couple of years ago when I started "the watercure" The theory being that when your body is dehydrated it produces mucus to prevent more loss of fluid. (sounds a bit backward I know but it works and not just for sinus problems) The minimum water requirement per day is based on 1oz per 2lbs of body weight, sea salt is also a part of the cure. All information on the "watercure" can be found online. Hope it helps you as it has me, my nose is now constantly dry and I haven't even had a cold since."
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01/10/2011: Adamblue from Philadelphia, Pa, Usa: "Hi, so my situation is different than what I've read on here thus far. My ENT claims I do have acid reflux, but with zero heartburn, zero coughing, and no results from Prilosec and Zantac, I'm beginning to thing that the phlegm in the back of my throat, at all times, is something other than acid reflux. I could be wrong though, and I was wondering if anyone else experienced this situation? The phlegm is a constant nuisance - I have to clear my throat all the time, and it makes it very difficult for me to speak strongly at times. My voice becomes squeaky and cracks quite often. Does anyone have any advice for me? Any tip would be greatly appreciated. Thanks."
Replies01/11/2011: Lily from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia replies: "Hi Adamblue, I used to have this all the time and took over the counter nasal sprays to relieve it. Now I eat as little dairy as possible, especially cheese and it lessons. Some people say it is caused by wheat and dairy. Hard to give up both but it is possible. Cheers Lily."
01/11/2011: Shiloh from Escondido, California replies: "To Rai, from Dallas, Tx. , and Lily from BrisbaneQueensland, Aus. regarding phelgm.About two months ago I had a problem of phelgm in the back of my throat, I felt the need to cough all the time to get it up. This lasted for over a month and a half, I had a bottle of the herb nettle ( capsules) in my cabinet and decided to try it. I took 3 the first day and two the second. I was really surprised by the morning of the next day the problem was gone."
01/13/2011: Shiloh from Escondido, California replies: "This is just a post to Lily from Brisbane Queensland Australia and others from that area that is flooding, I pray that you and your family and friends are all safe and sound. May God bless you all and give you the strength to get through this awful disaster. Gods love to all."
01/14/2011: Lily from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia replies: "Thank you Shiloh for you kind thoughts, everybody here in Brisbane and Queensland in general are keeping their spirits up and getting on with the job of cleaning up the sludge and debris that the flood has left behind. A lot of people unaffected by flood water still have lost their electricity for safety reasons so you can imagine the state of the food in the fridge. Supplies are coming in regulary and on behalf of all I would like to thank everybody who has given their support. Lots of love Lily."
01/15/2011: Kay from In The Valley, Ca replies: "Sure sounds like allergies to me. Maybe something you are eating, probably gluten or dairy, but it could be something else. An elimination diet would be a good, but miserable way to figure it out!! My daughter had a lot of phelgm until she gave up gluten. Don't rule out airborne allergies, though, I know that they can cause post nasal drip. Some people are allergic to mold in the winter that can cause a host of symptoms. It's kind of hard to treat until you find the source of the problem. Good luck to you."
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09/19/2010: Rai from Dallas, Texas: "I constantly have to clear my sinus throughout the day. It is very uncomfortable for me and when I do it, it is so loud that it disturbs my co-workers. I don't know where all this mucus is coming from and it gets really bad after I eat a meal. Sometimes I am clearing them so often that I get dizzy. Can anyone offer suggestions? I was on ACV for another issue & that didn't seem to help with my sinus problem."
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06/10/2010: Sophia from Brampton, Ontario, Canada: "Dear Ted or Earthclinic,
Thank you for this wonderful web-site. I have searched the entire site and did not find anything about my condition, and so I am writing to you. So here goes: for the last 6 and a half years I have been suffering with sticky, clammy mucus-saliva in my mouth and tongue. I noticed this right affter experincing a devastating circumstances in my life. It is impossible to speak and it makes me really embarrasssed to speak to anyone. And so I isolated myself from everyone. I have seen 10 doctors and specialists including two naturopaths. They dont know what is causing this. Ive tried everthing, to no avail. One doctor suggested antidepressants, because one of the side effects is dry mouth! I refused. I so desperately want my life back. I am tired of living with slimey mucus 24/7, it is unbearable.I pray that you will be able to help me. I will be the happiest person in the whole wide world. Anxiously awaiting your remedy. Thank you so much amd may God bless you richely.
Sincerely,
Sophia"
06/11/2010: Lisa from Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa replies: "Hi Sophia,The fact that this occurred following some devastating circumstances is no coincidence as this can have an extreme affect on our bodies. Mucus is often addressed in Chinese medicine and I would get treatments in acupuncture and with Chinese herbs for it. It definitely helped. I also did the H2O2 treatments that are spoken of here on EC and that was a huge improvement as well. But, I have to say that when I did a diet overhaul back in Oct '09 everything changed! I have no mucus symptoms, don't have to go for Chinese medicine treatments, don't use H2O2 anymore and physical pain is gone. Check your diet. You may even have a candida condition which if that's the case, you need to clean that up first. The key is to alkalinize your body through your diet. Eat lots of veggies, eliminate gluten products and also dairy. The last two are quite mucus producing. That alone will cause big changes in your body in a positive way.
I always ate pasta and loved cheese and used milk and creams when cooking. There are lots of products available that you can substitute now that there is such an awareness of how negative gluten and dairy can affect people. I also considered myself a healthy eater in terms of staying organic, not using processed food, etc. I too, was desperate to see my pain eliminated and it was through EC that I learned about the mini beet protocol which began my dramatic new journey to see the changes I had been searching for. Within two days I saw everything change so, if you are serious about wanting to see your life back I would urge you to take these steps.
It has now been 8 1/2 months since all of these changes and I have no desire to go back because the benefits have been too numerous to not see the correlation. I will tell you this though, I sleep really well now, all bloating is gone, my stomach completely flat, no more over-abundance of mucus (the body does need some), I released about 10 lbs. (was not overweight though), my skin is very, very soft, wrinkles disappeared, puffiness under my eyes gone, head itching completely gone( I used to have to wash my hair daily because by the end of the day it was so bad), I haven't had one "mysterious" rash which was an ongoing issue over the last 15 years... I could go on and on but I think you get the idea.
Wishing you the best on your journey,
Lisa"
06/15/2010: Sophia from Brampton, On, Canada replies: "Hi Lisa!Thank you so much, you are an Angel!! I can't tell you how elated I am right now, I felt it in my bones that this is it; mbp. I did thought of candida, and so I started taking coconut oil for a while, with no relief. I have also eliminated dairy from my diet, and those too, are not the culprit (lol) I am so excited to get started I am beside myself right now! It's a new day. Oh people take nothing for granted, nothing, and especially wonderful people such as Lisa! and all those who take the time to share their remedies, trials, errors and words of encouragements,and also to the brillant staff that put this web-site and idea together!! I will inform you all of my progress!! Thanks, Lisa I truly love you!!"
01/26/2012: Vera from Melbourne, Fl replies: "Try the Mini Beet Protocol. After 3 weeks of doing that (missing a few days every now and then) I had to blow my nose every morning for a few days and lots of mucus from who knows where just kept coming out (sometimes it would a whole box of tissues) until after a short while I was breathing clearly through my nose for the first time in years, as well as not having to clear my throat at all! I do the second protocol that uses fennel instead of asparagus (much easier and tastier), but I still eat the apple anyway."
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