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I have had 14 days of antibiotics and been coughing with mucus for 3 weeks. i get out of breath eaisily and am very tired . do i go back to dr ?
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Yes: It is important to be rechecked if your symptoms persist. It may be a viral pneumonia or bronchitis that just doesnt respond to antibiotics BUT if you are short of breath and tired, these are symptoms that absolutely should be followed up!
Answered 9/29/2016
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