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After been on the ventilator, i am now at home breathing on my own, but with very dry nose and throat. what can i use? i've tried saline nasal spray.
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Vaseline: Placing a small amount of Vaseline several times a day in both nostrils Helps nasal dryness. Gargling with Maalox can help dry throat. Also milk products increased mucus production. Sucking on sour lemon Candy drops will increase saliva production
Answered 8/13/2020
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