A member asked:

Whenever i wear a surgical mask or cloth mask, i get a runny nose? is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: The now enclosed area by your mask has warmer air and less moisture. Your nasal cavity mucosa becomes more dry and can get irritated. You may feel itchiness/dryness/burning and also have runny nose (moisturizing the mucosa due to dryness/irritation). It’s a normal reaction but can also occur if you are allergic to the mask/cloth as well.

Answered 4/17/2020

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