Flu Mucus and Bloating

Condition
Flu virus produces mucus not just in sinuses and lungs but also in stomach and small intestinal tract. Swallowed mucus causes bloating for months after recovery. The flu virus produces mucus not just in sinuses and lungs but also in the stomach and small intestinal tract. While sleeping and during the day, mucus drains into the stomach — effectively swallowing large amounts of mucus. This mucus cakes against the stomach and intestinal lining. The result is bloating that can persist for 3-6 months after the flu resolves, along with loss of appetite because the stomach feels full of mucus.
  • Body produces mucus response: Body makes mucus to try to tangle up and slow down flu virus
  • Flu virus produces mucus: Flu itself produces mucus in various areas including gut
  • Mucus cakes against linings: Mucus sits against stomach and intestinal lining and cakes up
  • Swallowing mucus: While sleeping and during day, mucus drains into stomach - eating gallons of mucus

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