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What to do if i have a bad cold with a bad cough and congestion so i can hardly breathe what should i do?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

See a doctor: Any issue making it difficult to breathe requires immediate care

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Answered 7/7/2014

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