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So The Wife's Been Sick With Cold, Flu Like Symptoms For 10 Days And I Woke 4 Days Ago With Same Symptoms. For What It's Worth Covid Tests

A MGteam Member asked a question 💭
Belleville, MI

Negative. All cough syrup has anti cloegenic ingredients which are contraindicated for MG. Any ideas to get rid of this phlegm so I can breathe??

January 6
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Try drinking hot tea with honey or take a teaspoon of honey , pineapple juice , it helps thin mucus so you can cough it up , my Neurologist said I could drink Mullen tea does the same thing.

January 9
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Anything special you took??

January 6
A MGteam Member

It took me 4 weeks to get over the same things.

January 6
A MGteam Member

Managing phlegm with myasthenia gravis (MG) requires caution. Here are some tips based on my knowledge base:

1. Hydration: Drink plenty of water to thin mucus, making it easier to expel
2. Steam Inhalation: Use a humidifier or inhale steam to loosen mucus.
3. Safe Medications: Consult your doctor about expectorants Show Full Answer

Managing phlegm with myasthenia gravis (MG) requires caution. Here are some tips based on my knowledge base:

1. Hydration: Drink plenty of water to thin mucus, making it easier to expel.
2. Steam Inhalation: Use a humidifier or inhale steam to loosen mucus.
3. Safe Medications: Consult your doctor about expectorants without anticholinergic effects.
4. Breathing Exercises: Gentle respiratory exercises can help clear airways.

If symptoms persist, contact your healthcare provider.

January 6

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