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A member asked:
How long could viral upper respiratory infection last?! it's been a week, still coughing a lot, sore throat, no voice :(
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Several weeks: The active infection can sometimes last 2 weeks, and the inflammation and cough can last longer than that in some cases. Hang in there, most people in your situation will be feeling better soon.
Answered 3/8/2018
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