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How to tell why i always have yellow mucus in my nose?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your PCP: One of the first signs of an infection is usually yellow mucus discharge from the nose and/or throat. See your PCP for diagnosis, tests and treatment.

Dr Altman and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/17/2016

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