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I have had a cough for over 2 weeks now and it doesn't seem to clear anything . i also taste blood when i cough and have a tight chest?

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Reactive airways: It is possible to develop reactive airways following an upper respiratory infection that can last 3-4 weeks after the infection. This may be your case with the chest tightness you are experiencing. Talk to your doctor, you may need an inhaler.

Answered 10/4/2016

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