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Does nasal drainage into the throat indicate flu?

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Dr. Tinuola Adeyanju answered

No: Any cause of inflammation in the upper airway including allergy may result in increased secretions that may cause post nasal drip.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/7/2020

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