Excessive sticky saliva make throat dry

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My father is not able to sleep and continue his daily life because of excessive sticky saliva in his mouth. he is trying to remove the sticky saliva very frequently which make his throat dry and impact daily living. I think it's due to excessive reflux but need more advice. Since he is trying to cough to remove those sticky saliva it cause chest pain as well.

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Dr. Raja Kaamil Gastroenterologist 9 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Raja Kaamil

Gastroenterologist 9 yrs exp Delhi

Tab mucinac 600 BD with water for 10 days

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