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I can't sleep because i feel like i can't breathe and there is a ton of mucus stuck in my chest and throat..also having severe but only when im sleep.
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Sinus or Allergy: It sounds like you may have sinus or allergies. The reason why it bothers most at night is cause you are laying down and mucus is going down throat and sitting there. You may need an antibiotic or perhaps otc decongestants.
Answered 10/4/2016
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