It is common to sneeze multiple times, either because the irritant is still in the air or because of each action isn’t as forceful as needed.
Why do sneezes usually happen in multiples?
According to medical experts, follow-up sneezes often occur because the nose is still trying to remove an irritant which may be lingering in the nasal passages, as in the case of airborne allergens like pollen or pet hair.
But for those who regularly sneeze numerous times in a row, each action may not be as powerful for them, meaning they require a succession of efforts to expel foreign particles.
Sneezing occurs due to irritation in the lining of the nasal cavity which releases inflammatory histamines.
The stimulation of nerve endings produces the explosive action of sneezing, as the head and neck muscles engage, and the closing and opening of the vocal chords allow pressure built in the chest to release.
This explosive push of air helps to remove the irritants in the nose, but any expelled mucu
