Stainless Steel and the passive layer Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. Contrary to carbon steel, the presence of a minimum of 10.5 % chromium in the stainless steel gives it the property of corrosion resistance. Indeed, on contact with oxygen, a chromium oxide layer is formed on the surface of the material.
Sinus Drainage & Stomach Problems. One of the primary results of sinus congestion is drainage. Sinus drainage is expelled in two basic ways: through the nose and the back of the throat. When sinus drainage is expelled in back of the throat, it is referred to as postnasal drip and can cause stomach discomfort.
If these conservative interventions do not help and it is confirmed reflux is present reaching the throat level, surgery may need to be pursued. To read more about this disorder, click here. Watch a video of reflux occuring to the throat level. Post-Nasal Drainage can sometimes cause a throat mucus sensation.