sinus symptom search - help

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Hello. New here.

My father has had some unusual symptoms for years, which are

getting progressively worse. I thought I would run them by this

group, in search of some better leads.

His main symptom is copious sinus drainage in the back of his

throat coming from the upper right sinus. It gets worse in the

evening or when he's more anxious. Outwardly it looks like

hypersalivation, especially when he's speaking - which is often

difficult without dripping. But even though the drainage/mucus is

clear, he says it's thicker than saliva. He says the only thing

that reduces the symptoms is hard work like cutting wood and

working on the farm. He says there's no pain, but his whole right

sinus area feels different than his left, like there's something

in there. Also he says it feels like the drainage has effected

his throat area over time, making him less able to hock out the

thick mucous.

He is 76 years old. Otherwise very healthy for his age. Doesn't

smoke or drink. Very active. Not the slightest bit overweight.

Still has all his teeth. Is not on any medication and has no

major health conditions other than spotty benign skin cancers.

He has been to several doctors and has had one sinus operation

without success. He's had dentist x-rays and MRIs with nothing

showing up. I have searched a lot on the net but can't nail it

down. Some of what I found made me suspect a dental connection.

He's got a couple teeth with dead roots, a couple cracked ones,

lots of fillings, and a history of gum disease (once had an

operation). But he says it feels like it's coming from his upper

sinus, not from any teeth. He's thinking about going to the Mayo

Clinic, he's so frustrated.

Do these symptoms ring a bell for anyone here? Any educated

guesses would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Mark