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I don't get sick easily, but i have had a nasty wet cough & phlegm for nearly 2 weeks. what is it?

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Hard to tell: Perhaps seeing a doctor to listen to your lungs , check you head, ears , eyes, nose throat and vital signs will determine if you have a virus or pneumonia. Good luck

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I don't get sick easily, but i have had a nasty wet cough & phlegm for nearly 2 weeks. what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

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