What does postnasal drip feel like with sinusitis?

You may notice a sticky coating at the back of your throat, frequent swallowing, throat clearing, or a cough that is worse when lying down. Mucus may feel thick, and your throat can become scratchy or irritated. Sinus pressure, a blocked nose, reduced smell, facial discomfort, or a change in mucus colour may occur at the same time. The sensation can come and go as drainage shifts from the nose and sinuses into the throat.

Drink fluids regularly and consider a saline nasal spray or rinse using sterile, distilled, or previously boiled and cooled water. Rest, avoid smoke and other airway irritants, and keep your head slightly raised during sleep if drainage bothers you at night. Use medicines only as directed by a clinician or pharmacist, especially if you have other conditions or take regular treatment.

Arrange medical advice if symptoms are severe, keep returning, interfere with sleep, or do not start improving. Seek urgent help for swelling around an eye, vision changes, a severe headache, confusion, a stiff neck, or difficulty breathing. These features need prompt assessment because they can signal a problem beyond uncomplicated sinus irritation.

Could allergies, reflux, or another nasal problem be adding to the drainage? Which rinse or medicine is suitable for me? How long should I monitor the symptoms before arranging a review?