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In addition to the sibling comment, the number one suspect in all cases of excuses mucus production is dairy.

A simple trial-avoidance challenge regime of no dairy for two weeks followed by reintroducing dairy on day 15 should give you strong indicators if dairy is a problem for you.

Could be air born allergens too, so may not help at all.

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Thanks. I had both a skin test and a blood test for allergens. They said my main problem is dust mites. I have the allergenic/dust mite proof covers for my pillows and mattresses which helped a lot. I am in the process of removing all carpeting etc.

Consider a dust mite hoover (Hoover Ultra Vortex is popular). Also good to have some turnover routine for your mattress as dust usually accumulates underneath in the bed frame.

Black Seed Oil at night also helped me as a mild natural antihistamine. I’m not sure whether it can / should be taken for extended time (my otolaryngologist saw no problem but I’m not sure).

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