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Excessive mucus in throat feels like choking. worsen when lying down. no heartburn. gerd/lpr/something else?
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Sounds like PND.: Postnasal drip is excess mucous production from sinuses,worse when you lie down because it pools in the back of your throat. Gargling with warm salt water or flonase may help.
Answered 4/4/2018
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Mucus: Excessive mucus in throat can be due to: genetic predisposition, diet related (avoid gluten, increase Omega 3), or medication related.
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