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What causes mucus leakage during a sneeze?

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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Geriatrics

Normal: Mucus is normally produced in the sinus cavities. Overproduction can cause a 'runny nose'.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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