So what's really going on?
It's called Post-Nasal Drip.
And if you've never heard that term before, don't worry — most people haven't.
Here's what's really happening in plain English:
Your body isn't producing too much mucus.
It's producing mucus that's too thick.
Normal mucus should slide down your throat without you even noticing. That's what happens in healthy airways.
But when your mucus becomes thick and sticky — like glue — it can't drain properly.
Think of it like honey vs. water. Thick mucus can't drain properly.
Instead, it slides down the back of your throat — slowly and quietly.
That's why you can feel: