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A member asked:

Have a sore throat. what can i do to relieve the pain from my saliva pooling up while i sleep?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Have you tried an: over the counter analgesic (Tylenol, Advil etc.) or cold preparation? Start with that but if the symptoms persist make an appointment with a health care provider to be fully evaluated.

Dr Hodge and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/14/2016

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