Is the morning cough and mucus related to the protein mucus? Sometimes this is associated with other symptoms of reflux like heartburn, nausea, and abdominal issues; but sometimes there are no other issues, other than the throat irritation. VOICE STRAINTalking a lot, shouting a lot, frequently singing loudly and with incorrect technique, can all cause strain on the vocal cords, and persistent throat irritation. DEHYDRATIONIf you do not have enough water in your body, the throat becomes dry and the voice can even become hoarse. LUNG PROBLEMSAsthma, chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis and other chronic lung disorders can lead to persistent throat irritation due to recurrent cough and also from use of inhalers.

Source: Daily Nation February 06, 2018 07:41 UTC