Keep the faith, Eileen. I don't know about swallowing them, for my husband, it seemed like the more he could get rid of by coughing up, the better off. Although, like you, at one point I felt as if he would be plagued with that forever. He still has problems on and off, like right now, it seems he has been coughing up more phlegm, and says his stomach has been feeling queasy as of late, so I believe that is why. Knock on wood, he hasn't had any vomiting this go round, but is struggling to eat enough to keep from losing more weight. I know how you are feeling, it seems hopeless sometimes, and so very frustrating trying to find ways to make something go away, analyzing every little thing to determine what helps, and what doesn't. It's one hurdle after the other, but we will hope and pray for the best outcome, and persevere to get through each day on to a healthy, new normal. I wish I had some more helpful advice. I hope your husband soon finds some relief and starts feeling better soon.

Michele