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A member asked:

Can post nasal drainage cause one having to cough up phlem from throat?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Absolutely.: Cleans throat frequently by coughing up phlegm.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 1/25/2018

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