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A 25-year-old female asked:
Stuffy nose caused mild chest congestion, isn't productive, no other symptoms, unresponsive to otcdecongestants. its day 4, when should i be concerned?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Krishna Kumaranswered
Psychiatry 57 years experience
Cold Symptoms: I understand your discomfort.
Cold symptoms may last up to 1 week.
Please be concerned and see the physician for:
productive cough which is yellow or green
increased congestion in the chest
persistent fever over 101 degrees
pain in the ears
difficulty in swallowing
wheezing.
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Last updated Sep 27, 2013
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