Is it disliked to alert a praying person via throat-clearing?

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There is a reported difference in narration from Ahmad regarding the dislike of signaling the one praying through throat-clearing. Some narrations state that one should not clear the throat during prayer, citing the general rule given by the Prophet, peace be upon him: If something occurs to you during prayer, men should say *Subhan Allah* (glorify Allah) and women should clap. The tradition of Ali and the practice of Imam Ahmad performing throat-clearing suggest a specific allowance, which takes precedence over the general prohibition.