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Mundelein, IL
A 66-year-old female asked:

Every morning my nose is plugged up, & i expel a lot of mucous when i brush my teeth. later in the day, i'll sneeze & ache all over. what is it?

2 doctor answers3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Edmund Lipskis
42 years experience
Many possibilities: Usually this type of problem has several influencing factors. Allergies play a part, diet and inflammatory responses contribute. A reason found commonly is related to candida (yeast) overgrowth. If appropriate, you may need to go on a "yeast starving" diet, which initially has virtually no carbohydrates, which yeast thrives on. William crooks, md has published guides for this. Also may need meds.
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Dr. Travis Titlow
42 years experience
Allergies?: It sounds like typical seasonal allergies with the possibility of a sinus infection.
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Last updated Sep 28, 2016

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