How to get rid of a
Blocked Throat
Causes of Constant Phlegm and Mucus in Your Throat (Clearing Congestion)
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mucus is a substance that provides not
only lubrication but also filtration and
protection for the lungs and respiratory
system
as you take a breath in pollutants such
as dust allergens and even viruses get
stuck in the mucus of your airways
so basically it functions to keep these
debris from reaching the lungs
with that all said sometimes the body
can produce too much mucus which makes
it very discomforting
and requires you to constantly cough and
clear your throat
since you're here you probably know
exactly what i'm talking about
and the good news is in this video we
are going to talk about
each of the causes of constant mucus and
flame in your throat
and hopefully help you get rid of that
nagging feeling
be sure to watch until the very end
because there are a few techniques that
not too many people know about
so if you're ready let's get into it
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before we go any further just know that
we are not doctors this video is for
informational and entertainment purposes
only please speak with your doctor for
medical advice
and treatment so now that we got that
out of the way
let's talk about each of the different
causes of constant mucus and phlegm in
your throat
the most common cause is reflux
or if you want to get fancy lorenzo
pharyngeal reflux
this occurs when stomach acid moves
upwards instead of downwards
and ends up accumulating in your throat
the contents could be
either acidic or non-acidic as the fluid
sits back there
it causes that nagging sensation that
makes you want to constantly clear your
throat
and another common cause is post nasal
drainage
this is as the name suggests literally
where drainage from the nose
travels down and accumulates in the back
of the throat
the cause of this could stem either from
allergies or from your sinuses
and the treatment really depends on
which one it is
and while we're on the topic of
allergies food allergies are another
cause of that mucous and throat feeling
that's correct it is very possible for
that nagging feeling to stem from a food
that your body is allergic to
common culprits include dairy products
wheat gluten
and even eggs in some cases one would
need to undergo proper testing in order
to see which foods you are allergic to
or it could possibly stem from an
infection
that feeling of needing to constantly
clear your throat is also a side effect
that comes from a virus
or infection such as the common cold
again it causes contents to build up in
the throat
which results in that uncomfortable
feeling
and finally it can be caused by certain
respiratory conditions
respiratory diseases and conditions such
as asthma
copd chronic bronchitis pneumonia
and cystic fibrosis can cause the
feeling of constant mucus in your throat
as
well so now that we've covered some of
the most common causes
let's talk about some of the techniques
that you can use to make it go away
first and foremost you should take the
right medications
the most effective way to get rid of
mucus and phlegm is to take the
medications that are prescribed directly
by your doctor
this is especially true for those who
have underlying respiratory conditions
but if you're looking for other means
some over-the-counter medications may be
helpful as well
medications such as expectorants can
help loosen up mucous and flim build up
and make it easier to cough up or blow
out through your nose
also certain types of decongestants may
provide short-term relief
but they are generally not recommended
for continuous use and sometimes they
can even make it more difficult
to get rid of mucus and i have to keep
saying it guys
always check with your doctor first
about medication and treatment methods
because they will know more about your
individual condition
but another way is to make sure that you
are drinking plenty of fluids
you probably grew up hearing your
parents tell you to drink plenty of
water
every time you were sick or had a cold
now it may sound cliche
but they are 100 correct because it
actually does help improve the
functionality of pretty much all the
major systems of the body
not to mention staying hydrated helps to
thin out mucous and phlegm
as well dehydration causes secretions to
thicken up which makes them more
difficult to remove
so listen to your parents and try to
drink a lot of water
you can also try to gargle warm salt
water
this is a home remedy that feels nice
and
it can help get rid of mucus in the back
of your throat
another simple method is to take a hot
bath or shower
in this case the main benefit of taking
a hot bath or shower is to inhale
the steam that is produced by the warm
water
steam acts as a natural way to help
break up and get rid of mucus and flint
all you have to do is gently breathe in
and out as the aerosol particles enter
your airways and lungs the humidity from
the steam should work to loosen up the
mucus and phlegm
so that it can be removed it also helps
reduce sinus pressure chest congestion
and other nagging symptoms as well
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in general always try to keep your
allergies under control
not only can seasonal allergies cause a
runny nose itchy throat and watery eyes
they can also cause excessive amounts of
mucus and phlegm to build up as well
so keeping your allergies in check is a
no-brainer
make sure that you're using your typical
prescription or over-the-counter allergy
medications in order to alleviate these
symptoms
because otherwise this could lead to
increased amounts of secretions
which obviously is the opposite of what
we want
one way to do so is to avoid irritants
things like pollution chemicals and even
certain fragrances
can trigger the body to produce
excessive amounts of mucus
so if you notice that any of these are
making your symptoms worse
just try to avoid it if at all possible
and now i have to bring up smoking of
course
cigarette smoke contains over 7000 toxic
chemicals
some of which trigger the body to create
mucus as a way to combat foreign
substances
now it goes without saying and i harp on
it all the time
but if you smoke try to stop
and avoid secondhand smoke if you're
around others who do
you can also try to eat foods that are
good for the respiratory system
anecdotal studies have shown that
certain foods and drinks can be
effective
in getting rid of mucus and flint take
spicy foods for example
spices such as chili and cayenne pepper
contain substances that help clear up
the sinuses
this can help make removing secretions
much easier by blowing your nose or
coughing more examples of healthy foods
for your lungs include
foods with healthy fats spices that
reduce inflammation
and fruits and vegetables that are high
in antioxidants
and of course as i mentioned earlier you
should try to avoid foods that your body
is allergic to
that makes symptoms worse real quick
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shared in this video millions of people
around the world suffer from constant
mucus and flame in their throat
and it's a very uncomfortable feeling
but now hopefully you have a better
understanding of the causes
so that maybe you'll have an easier time
getting rid of it
as always be sure to speak with your
doctor for medical advice and treatment
this video is for informational purposes
only
and just a reminder we have a full guide
on this topic on our website
i will drop a link to it right below
this video down in the description
thank you so much for watching all the
way to the end have a blessed day
and as always breathe easy my friend
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