<human>: Hi, I am just getting over a cold where I had nasal and chest congestion. My nasal passages have cleared for the most part, but I still have some chest congesion with clear mucus. Sometimems I have experienced bad coughing spells where my chest stars burning. What could this be? I have never experienced this before witih a cold.
<bot>: Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. Severe sore throat can cause these symptoms. I would suggest you following things:> Take Defense Chat Doctor. > Take levocetirizine one at night for 3 days.> Take hot water in a cup, add 1 tablespoon salt in it. Perform gargles (mouth wash) with it three times a day for at least 3 days. It will give soothing effect.> Take boiling water in a pot, put your head over the steam and cover whole with a sheet. Take deep breaths in it.(Avoid getting closer else it might cause burn). Do this twice a day.AVOID:> Chilled water> 