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What are the impact of excess mucus going into gi track ie; due allergies, or condition like, bronchiectasis[ if effort to spit it out doesn't work] ?
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No ill effect: There is no ill effect as acid in stomach is able to handle it and there is no ill effects.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Swallowing Mucous: The worst case scenario is nausea and vomiting from the excessive mucous on the stomach, but it shouldn't otherwise cause harm.
Answered 3/20/2015
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