Beth L. asked

🏥  Medical

I woke up with a swollen epiglottis and difficulty swallowing. I have been using throat spray and am unsure if it's safe to eat. What should I do?

March 12th, 2023

Linda T. answered

Given your symptoms, it's advisable to wait for an hour after using the throat spray before consumin...

March 12th, 2023

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