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A member asked:

My 9 year old started having cold/flu symptoms 2 weeks ago i'm starting to get worried now because this cough won't go away. should i be worried?

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Yes: Especially if she has other signs and symptoms and condition is just worsening.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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