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Dx:strep throat 2x this month then chest congestion 1/2 thru meds. is this normal and how do i combat it? last lasted 5 months, lots phlegm.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Xray/CT: of lungs and CT of sinuses. No infection should last 5 months. I suggest a full ENT examination and cultures of throat and sinuses.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Dx:strep throat 2x this month then chest congestion 1/2 thru meds. is this normal and how do i combat it? last lasted 5 months, lots phlegm.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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