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I had a blocked nose and opened my mouth when i was showering and swallowed some water and shower gel by mistake now my throat hurts ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Salt water gargles: Would help, besides time, best wishes

Answered 6/17/2021

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