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I am just getting over a bad flu, but am still producing clear mucus with brown flecks from my throat. i also have a raspy sound in my throat. ideas?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water) several times a day and hydrate well with water.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2013

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