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I have had mucus in lungs and cough for the past 4-5 weeks. cough and sputum has reduced much over this time but continues nevertheless. any inputs?

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Dr. William Walsh answered

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Post nasal drip: Viral sinus infections often lead to a reactive hyperemia with post nasal drip for weeks to months after infection. Nasal washes plus nasal steroids might help shortness the course. These episodes tend to go away on their own.

Answered 8/13/2018

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A member asked:

I have had mucus in lungs and cough for the past 4-5 weeks. cough and sputum has reduced much over this time but continues nevertheless. any inputs?

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