John I left you a long message in the other forum... I too used to gag and spit it up. I could talk but didn't because it was so gross. It lasts for a month or so. I still have some. but mostly it's a like a post nasal drip at the back of my throat now so it doesn't bother me much. a drink usually rinses it away. After this comes the dry mouth... im an actor.. try doing a monologue and having your mouth dry out.
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