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its been 5 days im gettin feelin like i got phelgum stuck in middle of my throte i tried warm water in salt thats nt helpin what dis could be?

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Dr. PHILLIP KIM
Dr. PHILLIP KIM answered
General Practice 15 years experience
Postnasal?: Allergic rhinitis or post-nasal drip can produce phlegm to pass into your throat which may be the cause. Try a decongestant if this helps.
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