throat is still a bit sore...but want to smoke?

Hey all I'm still recovering from the flu. One of the only symptoms left is my throat is still sore but I'm afraid toking up would dry out my throat and make it feel worse if not right after smoking then later on..

I have a homemade grav bong that I always use (only a 20oz gatorade bottle), and I know that adding ice can make the hit a bit smoother, and I plan to take smaller hits, but is there anything else I can do to reduce damaging my throat? for example could I cover the bottle with a paper towel to filter the smoke while taking a hit?

also I don't have a vap nor have the money to buy one, and I'm not a big fan of eating cannabis foods..

Thanks!

 

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