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I cannot clear my throat; feels like mucus is there. Suggestions?

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) | Last Active: Dec 4, 2023 | Replies (145)
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@fab44

I have the same problem of mucus in my throat and not being able to clear it. I have used everything available but nothing seems to work for me. It is worse in the evening when my throat is locked up with drainage. I use a vaporizer before going to bed and it helps loosen it up so I can go to sleep. Sometimes I have to use it twice. I feel like I am chocking and will wear out my throat with all of the clearing. I have been to an ENT Dr. without success and am going to another for a second opinion. If anyone has a recommendation for a highly rated ENT Dr. I would appreciate it! I also use Neti Pot, and humidifier at night without much success.
Good luck!

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wendymb | @wendymb | Aug 17, 2022

same issue here. i find there are two OTC meds that work, but are not the best to take because they're anticholinergics. But they WORK: benadryl at night and sudafed during day. i try not to take more than once a week to once a month (when i've about had it with my throat), so i don't know how helpful that will be for you since you need something daily.
Also, more naturally, you can add Alkalol (amazon sells it and others) to your netipot, and after nasal rinse, swish and gargle with the last bit of it. This was recommended at my last ENT visit. Also just gargling with ½ tsp salt in a glass of warm water is very soothing.
hope you find something that helps. if you do, please share.

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