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I've had a cold for 6 days, mucus in my nose and throat is getting uncomfortable, blowing my nose more, coughing up yellow mucus. what does this mean?

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Sinus infection: The evolution of your symptoms suggests you may be developing a sinus infection. Yours is a typical timeline for development of a sinus infection following a viral illness such as a cold. I would recommend seeing your physician.

Answered 6/27/2017

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