- Specialty Areas
- Interest Channels
Interest Channels
- Our Doctors
- Podcasts
- About Us
- Are you a Doctor?
Although treatment success is highly dependent on the cause, home remedies such as saline sprays and irrigations can be helpful by washing out the thick mucus and stimulating the nasal lining to increase mucus clearance. Another recommendation is to drink plenty of water, which will prevent dehydration and help to thin the mucus. You may also want to avoid many of the known triggers. For instance, staying away from spicy foods, avoiding exposure to cigarette smoke and strong fumes can also help. The bottom line is there are numerous treatment options available.