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When i sneezed there was like snot in my throat mouth is that normal?

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Dr. Devin Cunning answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Normal: Mucus produced in the nose in drains posteriorly into the throat. It is usual to unknowingly swallow 1 liter of mucus daily. This may vary depending on infection or allergy. Mucus should generally appear clear or white. Yellow or green mucus generally indicates infection.

Answered 9/14/2014

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A member asked:

When i sneezed there was like snot in my throat mouth is that normal?

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Dr. Devin Cunning answered

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