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A member asked:

Always have mucous and my voice is always weak and raspy. how can i clear my throat?

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Dr. Ronald Li answered

Increase fluids: Excess mucous and secondary hoarseness commonly occurs with an upper respiratory infection and/or allegic rhinitis. Drinking more fluids, like hot tea with lemon or honey, will help sooth the throat and liquify the thick mucous. If there is no improvement in a few days, then you should seek medical attention.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 7/3/2017

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