The best way to relieve this is to gargel with salt water, it will dry out the phlegm. On the other hand, why would you want to??? As inconvenient as it may seem, these are the processes that your body is using to overcome the sickness. Nobody likes diarrhea, right? That, however, is the body's way of flushing out toxins or poisons from the body in the quickest way posible. This situation is no different. The body is merely trying to rid itself of that which burdens it...in any way possible. The harder you fight your body's infinite wisdom, the harder you make it for yourself.
Common cold viruses are the ones that most commonly cause phlegm in your throat.
phlegm
excessive cold
1.it means a lot or a great amount 2.large in quantity or number, abundant, plentiful
Phlegm is mucous. It is generally referred to as "phlegm" and sometimes as "sputum" when referring to mucous found in the throat or expelled from the lungs/bronchial passages by way of a cough.
An expectorant. Really good at loosening phlegm from a bad chest cold.
Swallowing phlegm during a cold is generally harmless, as the stomach's acidic environment can neutralize pathogens and mucus. The body produces phlegm to trap and expel irritants, so swallowing it may actually help clear your throat and sinuses. However, if you find the taste or texture unpleasant, it's better to spit it out. If you're experiencing severe symptoms, consult a healthcare professional.
Orange juice can cause the mucus to thicken in your body and can cause you to produce more phlegm. Many people still drink it however when they have a cold because it contains Vitamin C.
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Both colds and flu are caused by viruses. The color of the phlegm in respiratory viral infections such as these is very similar. If there is a secondary bacterial infection on top of the virus, the phlegm color may be darker and more greenish/yellow, but that is not always the case as symptoms can vary widely from person to person and microbe to microbe. See the related question below for differences in the cold and flu symptoms.
Phlegm can vary in duration depending on the underlying cause. For a viral infection, such as a cold, it may last about one to two weeks. If phlegm persists for more than three weeks or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms, such as fever or difficulty breathing, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional. Persistent phlegm could indicate a more serious condition that requires evaluation.
I believe what is being referred to here as "flem" is really phlegm, or the thick mucus that comes from the mouth. Green phlegm can mean a sign of an infection such as a cold or flu, bronchitis, or some kind of allergic reaction. Usually any kind of colored phlegm can be a sign of an infection so it is advisable to visit a health center or doctor if one has persistent colored phlegm for prolonged periods of time.