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Hi i've got a sore throat and my chest is bad tight, i'm an asthmatic, feel like i've got phlegm on it do i have an infection thanks?
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Likely: You likely have a viral infection which has triggered your asthma exacerbation. This may require a short course of steroid to get you out and i urge you to see your doctor now before the asthma gets really bad.
Answered 2/17/2014
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