Try rinsing & spitting w/club soda. It worked very well for me cutting the mucous & at least give temporary relief. I would leave a bottle by the kitchen sink & rinse, gargle & spit all day long. The bubbles can be a little painful but not damaging. Once I could swallow it, it cut the mucous way back in throat. Try it, it worked for me & others. I also forced myself to chug water. If I chugged it then I'd only have to cough at the end, instead of after every drink. Keep yer chins up!