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I'v had a phlegm/mucus problem for 4 years on going. it is now making it really hard for me to breathe and it feels stuck in my throat, cnt clear it. ?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Too long: check with your doc. Ask about nasopharyngolaryngoscopy. No big deal but will give you an answer.

Answered 2/25/2015

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A member asked:

I'v had a phlegm/mucus problem for 4 years on going. it is now making it really hard for me to breathe and it feels stuck in my throat, cnt clear it. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

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