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How To Get Rid Of Phlegm And Cough Causing Choking?

I have excessive phlegm and cough that really bothers my eating and sometimes it seems as though I am going to choke on the thick mucous - what do you recommend to get rid of the his condition? Eating is not pleasurable and very difficult every day.
Tue, 6 Oct 2015
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Hi Dear ,

As per your query you have excessive phlegm and cough in your throat that causing problem in eating . Well there can be many reason for this condition like upper respiratory track infection and post nasal drip , Sometimes smoking will also be one of the reasons . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order throat swab test , viral culture test , blood test and CT scan to confirm the condition like sinusitis . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin or penicillin ) at least for 10 days along with decongestant . For now do warm saline gargles , take steam and drink glass of warm water with spoon of honey mixed in it .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Get Rid Of Phlegm And Cough Causing Choking?

Hi Dear , As per your query you have excessive phlegm and cough in your throat that causing problem in eating . Well there can be many reason for this condition like upper respiratory track infection and post nasal drip , Sometimes smoking will also be one of the reasons . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination. Doctor may order throat swab test , viral culture test , blood test and CT scan to confirm the condition like sinusitis . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin or penicillin ) at least for 10 days along with decongestant . For now do warm saline gargles , take steam and drink glass of warm water with spoon of honey mixed in it . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari