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What do you suggest if my dr gave me an inhaler and a breathing machine because of my phlegm?
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Mgt: If you have produced phlegm for more than 3 weeks, I would suggest a sputum analysis, chest radiograph and antibiotics as needed.
Answered 1/27/2016
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