
Suggest Treatment For Thick Phlegm In Throat While Having Cold

Thick secretions, bronchospasm
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for your query.
I'm Dr. Shuba Hariprasad and will be answering your query today.
You seem to be having thick secretions and possibly some bronchospasm.
I would clinically examine you for signs of these and if present would prescribe mucolytics and bronchodilators.
Antihistamines (used in sinusitis) can thicken secretions.
Please avoid antihistamines.
Suggestions :
- stay well hydrated and sip room temperature water throughout the day
- steam inhalation thrice a day.
- warm baths that will help to loosen secretions.
- keep Sleep environment moist, not dry. Use humidifier if necessary
- avoid carbonated, sugary drinks and limit caffeine to 2 small cups a day.
- slight steamed or sautéed garlic is a natural Mucolytic. Have it by itself or with soups/food of your choice.
I recommend you see your physician to check for bronchospasm and in the meantime try these suggestions.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with..
Wish you good health
Regards,
Dr. Shuba Hariprasad

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