Hypersecretion of laryngeal mucous glands

Hypersecretion of laryngeal mucous glands may be caused by external stimuli, infectious lesions, allergic reactions or lifestyle habits. Treatment requires targeted measures based on possible causes, including lifestyle adjustments, medication or avoidance of allergens.

1 External stimulus

External irritation of the throat, such as air pollution, smoking, drinking, or spicy food, may cause excessive secretion of mucous glands, which is part of the body's protective response. At this time, it is recommended to reduce or avoid contact with these irritants. For example, quit smoking and drinking, reduce the consumption of spicy and greasy foods, and reduce exposure to environments with severe air pollution. If you need to stay in an environment with many irritants for a long time, you can wear a mask to reduce respiratory irritation.

2 Infectious lesions

Throat infections such as colds, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, etc. increase the secretion of mucus to resist germs. Symptoms caused by infection can be relieved by the following methods:

Conventional drug treatment: for example, antihistamines such as loratadine are used to relieve postnasal drip; or antibiotics such as penicillins are used to treat bacterial infections in the throat, but they must be used under the guidance of a doctor.

Local relief for the throat: You can use throat lozenges such as diclofenac lozenges to relieve irritation and throat discomfort. At the same time, drink plenty of water to help dilute mucus.

3. Allergic reaction

Allergens in the environment, such as pollen, dust mites or animal hair, may cause an immune response in the body, leading to increased throat secretions. For people with allergies, the following measures are recommended:

Avoid allergens: Reduce exposure to triggers, such as using an air purifier to reduce exposure to dust or allergen sources.

Allergy medications: Use allergy-allergy medications such as the common antihistamine cetirizine or topical nasal sprays to relieve symptoms caused by postnasal drip.

4. Adjust your lifestyle

Hypersecretion of the mucous glands in the throat is often related to bad habits such as excessive use of the voice, staying up late, and not drinking enough water, which may cause the throat to be in a dry environment and the mucous glands to be overstimulated. Adjusting the following lifestyle habits can effectively relieve symptoms:

Increase your water intake and drink 1.5-2 liters of water a day to keep your throat moist.

Avoid excessive use of the voice, such as reducing long periods of loud speaking, especially for people who require high or sustained sounds.

Ensure a regular sleep schedule. Lack of sleep can affect the overall immune system and may further aggravate hypersecretion.

If the symptoms of hypersecretion of throat mucous glands persist and are accompanied by a foreign body sensation or other abnormal symptoms, you should seek medical attention in time to check for potential causes, especially possible chronic inflammation or other potential diseases. In daily life, a scientific lifestyle and targeted judgment are the basis for improving throat health.