Question 1

can post nasal drip from chronic sinus infection 3 months..cause chest congestion/throat wheezing, especially at night when laying down or waking up? wheezing in throat is when exhaling and sounds crackling. congestion in chest is productive.

Accepted Answer

See doctor: Although chronic sinusitis may be associated with coughing and worsening in asthma, it does not per se cause a productive cough and expiratory wheezing.   I suspect that you are suffering from asthma. Recommend that you consult an allergist who will likely be able to find out the cause for your chronic sinusitis and chest congestion. You may have upper airway obstruction which needs be considered.

Question 2

can chest congestion cause these symptoms of heaviness?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can, by itself, or in combination with pleural fluid.

Question 3

in theory, can anxiety exacerbate chest congestion? i am not asking if it causes it necessarily, only if it makes it worse, theoretically?

Accepted Answer

Yes,: Anxiety can tighten chest muscles and evoke overall bodily constriction.  This can make chest feel worse.  Glad to see you are otherwise very healthy.  Please consider learning some stress management from a clinical psychologist.  Peace and good health.

Question 4

i have chest congestion that i can feel up to my neck. when i cough, i get a very sharp pain. what could be the cause of this?

Accepted Answer

There are many...: There are many potential causes of pain with coughing; some of them are mild (ie. Bronchitis, viral infections, etc.) and some are more serious (ie. Clots in the lungs).  The cause would have to be worked up thoroughly by a physician, after a complete history and physical examination, to rule out some of the more serious potential causes.

Question 5

i am getting chest congestion frequently and that causes difficult in breathing  and it's really uncomfortable for me to sleep due to  breath shortnes?

Accepted Answer

Chest congestion: This means shortness of breath or discomfort. Do you have an asthma or COPD? Do you smoke? Do you have any leg swelling? Do you snore during sleep? These all above conditions can cause congestion. May be you want to discuss with your doctor.

Question 6

does chest congestion cause heart palpitations?

Accepted Answer

Chest congestion: Yes, chest congestion can cause heart to flutter.

Question 7

can sinus problem cause chest congestion?esp. after eating?

Accepted Answer

Post nasal drip: Sinus congestion can sometimes cause a cough as the drainage from your sinuses drips into the back of your throat and creates a sensation that triggers your cough reflex.  Sometimes it seems worse during eating because you try to breathe through your nose while eating and this causes more sinus drainage into the back of your throat.

Question 8

can you use flutacasone nasal spray for chest congestion and what causs this symptom?

Accepted Answer

Flutacasone Nasal: It wasn't designed for chest congestion. However it can help to relieve  rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, &amp; itchy, watery eyes ).

Question 9

my 4 years daughter suffers chronic chest congestion with heavy mucus since last 3 months. anti biotic given but in vain. plz advice treatment.

Accepted Answer

chest congestion: You daughter should be evaluated by an allergist or pediatric pulmonologist. Her chronic congestion may be caused by asthma.

Question 10

stuffy nose caused mild chest congestion, isn't productive, no other symptoms, unresponsive to otcdecongestants. its day 4, when should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Cold Symptoms: I understand your discomfort.
Cold symptoms may last up to 1 week.
Please be concerned and see the physician for:
productive cough which is yellow or green
increased congestion in the chest
persistent fever over 101 degrees
pain in the ears
difficulty in swallowing
wheezing.

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Can post nasal drip from chronic sinus infection 3 months..cause chest congestion/throat wheezing, especially at night when laying down or waking up? wheezing in throat is when exhaling and sounds crackling. congestion in chest is productive.

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Can chest congestion cause these symptoms of heaviness?

A member asked:

In theory, can anxiety exacerbate chest congestion? i am not asking if it causes it necessarily, only if it makes it worse, theoretically?

A member asked:

I have chest congestion that i can feel up to my neck. when i cough, i get a very sharp pain. what could be the cause of this?

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I am getting chest congestion frequently and that causes difficult in breathing and it's really uncomfortable for me to sleep due to breath shortnes?

A member asked:

Does chest congestion cause heart palpitations?

A member asked:

Can sinus problem cause chest congestion?esp. after eating?

A member asked:

Can you use flutacasone nasal spray for chest congestion and what causs this symptom?

A member asked:

My 4 years daughter suffers chronic chest congestion with heavy mucus since last 3 months. anti biotic given but in vain. plz advice treatment.

A member asked:

Stuffy nose caused mild chest congestion, isn't productive, no other symptoms, unresponsive to otcdecongestants. its day 4, when should i be concerned?

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