I've been dealing with this issue of constant phlegm, and it's especially bad in the summer. Today, it just keeps coming up, and when I woke up, it felt like my throat was completely covered. I had to clear it out right away. What could be causing this?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Drink fluids: Drinking water and other liquids thins mucus and helps clear your throat. Use a humidifier: A cool-mist humidifier or vaporizer can loosen mucus in your lungs. Gargle with saltwater: Gargling with warm salt water can help loosen mucus and clear allergens and bacteri

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I recently finished my medication for bronchitis, but Im still having trouble with breathlessness and a heavy feeling in my chest. It's really concerning me. What should I do now?

Salbutamol inhaler sos is advised for breathing difficulty.

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I'm feeling really anxious about some symptoms I've been experiencing. Lately, I've noticed I'm short of breath, especially when I'm trying to sleep. It's been accompanied by a whizzing sound, and I'm not sure what's causing it. Plus, I've realized that one of my ankles is swollen on the inside. Could these things be related? What might be going on?

do chest xray

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I'm struggling with my asthma and my doctor's advice isn't quite working for me. At first, it was mild so I was using the Duolin 2.5 and Budecort 0.5mg, but things have gotten worse lately. Now, I'm finding myself relying on the nebulizer nearly every day, and it's just so time-consuming. I'm really hoping you can suggest some rotahaler capsule options to try instead. Plus, I'm worried about how severe my asthma has becomeare there any remedies or treatments that might help improve my situation?

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