Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmDThick mucus in the throat, also known as catarrh, is a symptom that often results from infection in the nasal passages, sinuses, lower airways, or lungs. It can ...

Moisturizing the air can help thin the excessive, thick mucus lodged in your throat. Dr. Campbell suggests using a humidifier to help you breathe easier and loosen the phlegm. For a quick fix ...

That makes it thick enough to stay in place ... The result is a stuffy nose, phlegmy throat or blocked airway. The feeling of built-up mucus can trigger a cough, which forces it out. Advertising In ...