Question 1

thick white stringy mucus, in throat, difficult to expell

Accepted Answer

See Your M.D.: There's some over-the-counter decongestants but you rather see your doctor especially if you present an elevation in body temperature that is not within normal limits.

Question 2

constant mucus in throat?

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Allergic rhinitis: Sounds like allergic rhinitis or if you're a smoker then it maybe chronic bronchitis. If you don't smoke, then it can be treated by avoiding allergens, especially pollen dust, and other household triggers or you may see your primary doc and be given a nasal corticosteroid spray which are usually quite effective.

Question 3

how can you most effectively remove mucus in throat?

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Hydrate !!: To keep mucus moist & mobile ensure that you are drinking at least 8  8 ounces glasses of water per day.  Warm liquids can also help to loosen the mucus. A humidifier may help.  If you have drainage from your nose or sinus area - consider using a neti pot.

Question 4

after giving oral, felt mucus in throat for 6 days and on 7th day(today) i feel it extremely dry. does it have anything to do with it? he's clean

Accepted Answer

Possibly: There could be some irritation in the throat from the activity that is still healing. Please see your health care provider if it persists or worsens.

Question 5

green/ brown mucus in throat for over 2 years. what can i do?

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Possible nasopharyng: You either have chronic sinus infection or chronic infection above and behind the palate.  Unlikely to be from dirt or dust being swept from nose into throat.  Need to have ENT look into nose and behind palate to determine source of drainage and obtain secretions for culture.  Chronic nasopharyngitis is very hard to eradicate.  Ct only useful if there is chronic sinusitis.  Could try saline rinse.

Question 6

so i can take nyquil withit feeling like  mucus in throat an be ok right?

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You can: You can take it as directed and if you don't feel better consult your doctor

Question 7

constant excessive mucus in throat for over a year and it interferes with breathing. what could be wrong and how do i clear it?

Accepted Answer

Thoughts..: It could be post nasal dripping.  This is a slow, constant drip to the back of the throat from the nose - can often be helped by allergy medicines.  I also think of things like reflux which could be causing your symptoms.  If it's been going on this long, make sure you get it checked out by your doc! best of luck.

Question 8

what causes excess mucus in throat and nose?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: It is due to allergies most of the time and also can be caused by viral upper respiratory infections.

Question 9

hey, what causes sore throat and mucus in throat?

Accepted Answer

Usually PostNasalDrp: Usually post nasal drip.  Your sinuses (allergies, infection, hyperactive) drain mucus down the back of your throat
causing irritation to the throat.   There are also other less common causes.

Question 10

how to get rid of mucus in throat fast?

Accepted Answer

Throat Mucus: Greetings. The fastest way to rid of the mucus in your throat is to gargle with salt water. Also make sure you are drinking enough liquids, sleep with a humidifier and consider Mucinex (guaifenesin).

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