Can Sinuses Affect Your Throat

A sinus infection can cause mucus and fluid to back up in the throat, which may make the throat itch or feel full. Some people repeatedly cough to try to clear the throat, but others experience uncontrollable coughing.

Can sinuses mess with your throat?

Yes, it certainly can. Sinus infections can often lead to complications with post-nasal drip — excess mucus draining down the back of your throat — which in turn can cause a sore throat or cough. Fortunately, there are several ways to relieve a sore throat due to sinusitis.

How do you relieve sinus pressure in your throat?

1. Take a medication such as guaifenesin (Mucinex).
2. Use saline nasal sprays or irrigation , like a neti pot, to flush mucus, bacteria, allergens, and other irritating things out of the sinuses.
3. Turn on a vaporizer or humidifier to increase the moisture in the air.