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I have thick mucus off & on (stays for months then goes away) just above uvula; can feel it when i swallow. what is this? don't feel sick.
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Rhinitis: You may have some mild chronic rhinitis or allergic rhinitis. Try some saline nasal spray; if that doesn't help, try an antihistamine. That will help in differentiating between the two, but ultimately i would consult with an ENT or an allergist to definitively help you.
Answered 8/5/2016
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