oh goodness great job

. pic taking very mean stuff indeed. some sugesstions warm water salt water gargles peroxide gargles might help. i know your lungs are bad, so be careful and make sure see your doctor for any medicines you need adjusted for your health concerns. taking a swig of vinegar is nasty, but might help. LOTS AND LOTS OF WATER

. put some lemon i it, or mint extract. cumin is a safe herb, if want a link for the more potent black cumin i can provide it, (LC). p.s we love ya, praying for ya and kitties.