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I have had a cold for over a week now the cough is continuous and the congestion in my nose and chest is driving me crazy. the mucus is clear f?
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Sounds viral: Use over the counter meds for symptomatic relief. Nasal decongestant - maybe phenylephrine- and an expectorant - maybe guaifenesin. If your symptoms take a turn for the worse see your doc to consider bacterial superinfection.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Post viral: Cough afteran upper respiratory tract infection is very common. The fact that you mucus is clear and you're not running a significant fever are reassuring. You could always consider a trial of the medicine Guaifenesin which is available over-the-counter to decrease some of your congestion. If this does not work your doctor does have a number of prescription options to help with the mucous as well.
Answered 6/25/2014
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