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My brother has had cough (bringing up stuff) for 6 weeks now has cold, cough worst plus slight pains in back and funny taste in mouth. is this cold?
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Serious: Any ongoing productive cough would be considered to be severe bronchitis or pneumonia: a chest xray is mandatory as well as a physical exam. Please make an appointment ASAP. 6 weeks is simply too long!!
Answered 11/16/2014
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