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Congested heavy chest feeling a week now after 2 mths of quitting smoking. didn't have these symptoms until recently. not coughing or phlegm. normal?
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Seasonal flu: Seasonal flu is very common viral infection. Usually the condition resolves on its own with home care. Drink water and get a good rest. NSAIDs (e.g. Aleve) are also recommended every 6 hours. If concerned, see your PCP for reevaluation. Congratulations on quitting smoking!
Answered 8/3/2015
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Non-tobacco cause: Great job quitting smoking - 2 months is a long time and should get easier every day to stay that way! Not sure what 'congestion' is, could be a run of the mill viral syndrome or perhaps you're more active now, being a non-smoker? Exercise tolerance will increase over time so get sleep and eat healthy. If symptoms don't resolve, get a professional evaluation. Any shortness of breath, see a doc now
Answered 8/3/2015
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