Why does my throat get scratchy when I sing?

Question: Why does my throat get scratchy when I sing!?

I've been taking lessons and I'm using the bella cante technique and my throat will start to get this scratchy feeling and it makes me want to cough!. I know it's not because I'm singing the wrong way because it doesn't do it all the time!. Any thoughts!?Www@QuestionHome@Com

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Could be a number of things!. You may need to be more hydrated, for starters!. Stay far far from ANY dairy, as that will mess with your throat!. Lots of water is the ticket!. also, are you sure you are warming up enough beforehand!? That's very important!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Indeed!.!.!. don't eat/drink dairy products at least an hour before you sing!. also, while you're warming up, drink lots of tea (citrus is good)!. You can also put lemon juice and honey into a glass and mix it with hot water, which really helps me!. Www@QuestionHome@Com