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Can a sinus infection with postnasal drip cause a dry throat (not sore)?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Blocked nose: rather and mouth breathing would cause dry throat and dry mouth, and this happens with upper airways inflammation that causes post nasal drip, try irrigating your nasal passages with saline, maybe see your doctor for Rx medications if need be, best wishes

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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