I'm having constant urge to remove mucous from my throat since 2 years. And I have smoked crazy 10 years nw 5 years heavy smoking. I have Ulcerative colitis took. Taking mesacol of fr dat. Since last week having pain under my tonsils. Pain subsides on salt gargle nd paining during drinking water.

Dr. Priyanka GuptaGeneral Physician3yrs exp

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Hi From the complaints mentioned you seem to be suffering from what is known as Smoker's Cough. Although quitting smoking is the only way you can stop a smoker?s cough, but there are 6 quick ways you can help your body heal more effectively, relieve some of the irritation, and temporarily stop smoker?s cough. Some of the treatments you can do to feel a little better include the following: 1. Drink enough water (gargling with warm saline can also provide relief from an irritant throat) 2.Just add honey: Adding a little honey to your tea or just consuming a teaspoon full of it plain can really soothe your throat ? and it tastes good, too. 3. Use throat lozenges 4. Sleep with your head slightly elevated 5. Eat healthy and exercise. All in all, it?s very important to get away from the smokes if you want to stop smoker?s cough.  

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