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Gargling warm salt water helps soothe throat tissues, reduce irritation, and loosen mucus. It can also ease the constant urge to clear the throat, which often makes discomfort worse
To try this, dissolve a small amount of salt in warm water and gargle gently for several seconds before spitting it out. Repeating this once or twice a day may bring gradual relief.
This approach is inexpensive, easy to prepare, and generally well tolerated.
Dry air can thicken mucus and make throat discomfort worse, especially during the night.