There - I think I said this before - Luke warm water is probably the best bet for thin liquids, flat warm club soda ( same as baking soda and water mixture but you can drink it so it helps your throat! Best thing to do for the next two weeks... Pain med... Wait for it to kick in, magic mouthwash, then chug your drink, ensure etc...

That worked for me for about a week. This was the only time I needed pain meds. But if you minimize the pain you can maintain the swallow. My throat was swollen for a long time.

And I hear you on the mucous. It's almost like post nasal drip, and it would hit my throat and burn like battery acid... NOT FUN. But it does get better! Hugs and heal well!