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How Does Postnasal Drip Cause a Cough — and Can You Stop It?

Symptoms of postnasal drip include nasal congestion and dripping mucus in your throat.

Lauren Smith, MAMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on July 31, 2024
Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | July 31, 2024

Postnasal drip — when you have dripping mucus in the back of your throat — is one of the most common causes of cough. In this video, learn ways to manage cough caused by postnasal drip.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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