I have had a stenosis for 8 years now. And am just now confident enough to know when i do NOT need steroids for it. As this would always be my ENTs way of treating the flakes that get stuck. Yes, i get a virus like cold sore throat cough, and then im left with shallow breathing and sticky voice. I am currantly coming out of a 3 week long ordeal and im so happy to go to my 6 month check up today and let my ENT have a look and see i did NOT need steroids. SOMETIMES i do, but not everytime. This time i tried running a humidifier right on my face at night and in the morning i was able to easily cough up my crusties. As always, one thing that works for one, does not work for all, but you might give it a try! Best wishes