u/ShesAaRebel

I have a new co-worker who has this annoying habit of really grossly clearing his throat all the time. Like in that way a lot of men do before they spit out phlegm (thank God he doesn't do that). I thought maybe he had a cold, but it's been like this for over 2 weeks, and he doesn't sound sick.

It's sounds dumb to be annoyed by it, but its grossing me out. We have to share a work truck together while driving to sites, so it's not like I can get away from him. Unless I put my earbuds in, which seems rude. Since he's new he may have questions for me, so I can't tune him out that way either.

Should I say something? Do I be somewhat passive like, "Do you have a cold?", or do I be more direct?