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I have excessive mucus and a cough i can't get rid of. i've had it for over a year now and it never goes away. i'm constantly congested what is it?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Sounds like: You want pulmonary function testing asap. Ask your doc about a cxr also.

Answered 11/5/2013

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A member asked:

I have excessive mucus and a cough i can't get rid of. i've had it for over a year now and it never goes away. i'm constantly congested what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

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