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A 30-year-old male asked:

I have a sore throat when i swallow and when i cough sometimes i spit a yellow mucus. it's been ongoing for a week on and off should i be concerned?

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Dr. Ifeoma Nnaji
Dr. Ifeoma Nnajianswered
Family Medicine 17 years experience
Post nasal drainage: The symptom you describe seems to be post nasal drainage consistent with allergic rhinitis. When the sinuses drain at the back of your throat and over time can lead to sore throat. Smoking does not help these symptoms and can make them worse. Also, smokers tend to always have a baseline cough known as smoker's cough. Allergy meds can be helpful. Most importantly, smoking cessation is advised.
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Dr. Robert Killian
Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 30 years experience
Infection: This represents being sick and in the summer is much less likely to be caused by a virus. I would recommend a visit to your family doctor.
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