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A member asked:
Given steroids and antibiotics 2 weeks ago, finished both still congested with dark green phlegm/cough. can't take decongestants. what can i do?
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Neti-pot: You might want to use saline rinses and mucolytics. See your local pharmacist for suggestions. Best wishes.
Answered 10/15/2017
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