may, i completely emphasize. i had so much phlegm in my throat a few weeks ago i was so scared of suffocating, or choking whenever i ate. it's a very scary feeling- the phlegm can be caused by an infection, a cold, or allergies. go to your doctor so she/he can rule out the chances of an infection and then you'll be put on a decongestant and probably allergy medication.

it might take a week or two until you feel better. i was originally put on clarinex and simply saline (salt water spray) but i needed something stronger. i was then put on allegra and flonase, it took two weeks until i felt a big difference. the side effects are annoying- i am light headed, drowsy, and have almost no saliva in my mouth, but i'm glad to be rid of the choking feeling.

this may be seasonal allergies (i'm apparently allergic to the indoor air and forced heat during winter) so once spring is here, your problem may completely dissapear.