- Male
- 29 Years
- 22/01/2025
Sometimes when I'm sleeping at night, my throat gets really dry, and in the morning, I notice a bad smell. I've also felt a bit of irritation in the middle of my chest while lying down. Plus, there's some sputum that comes up in the morning, but then it's gone for the rest of the day. What could be causing this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
it might be due to allergy, try avoiding morning mist. start steam inhalation
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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