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Phlegm in my throat make it difficult to swallow making saliva build up in my mouth and this is really affecting my speech. what's really causing this?
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Allergies: Try using Flonase over the counter. This should help reduce the phlegm in the throat. You might even try irrigating the nose and gargling With Warm salt water. You will be surprised how much it helps.
Answered 11/6/2016
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