Drink plenty of water
Sip warm liquids
Gargle with salt water
Use a humidifier
Inhale steam
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Avoid alcohol
Limit dairy if it worsens mucus
Avoid spicy or acidic foods if they trigger symptoms
Use saline nasal spray
Try an over-the-counter expectorant
Treat allergies if present
Manage acid reflux
Clear your throat gently
Rest your voice
See a doctor if it lasts more than a few weeks
Seek medical care if you have trouble breathing, chest pain, fever, or blood in mucus