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How Can Chest Congestion And Laryngitis Be Treated?
I've had a bad cold the past 3 days, starting as a head cold and now has gone to my chest with a lot of mucus. I now have laryngitis and can only whisper. I can breath and swallow ok, but am concerned about sleeping. I also started gagging and almost vomited a few hours ago. I know it will get worse when I lie down. I've taken a hot shower and drunk herbal tea with honey but have not taken cough medication yet. The cough is calm right now;.
Thu, 26 Apr 2018
Hello,
These problems are usually caused by a virus and will resolve on their own in time. Hot showers, drinking hot tea and using nasal saline can help.
If the mucus is a big problem, then antihistamines may also help. Do not take decongestants since they may keep you awake.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kathy Robinson
These problems are usually caused by a virus and will resolve on their own in time. Hot showers, drinking hot tea and using nasal saline can help.
If the mucus is a big problem, then antihistamines may also help. Do not take decongestants since they may keep you awake.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kathy Robinson
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