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I've had a common cold for 3 weeks my mom is tight on money and can't take me to the doctor. i have a runny nose and a congested cough. remedies?

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Not a cold: Colds don't last 3 weeks you have something else. It sounds like hay fever allergies with post nasal drip. Tell your cheap mom you need to be checked out by your md.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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Dr. Joel Selter answered

3 week cold: You should see a doctor. A cold that lasts 3 weeks is no cold.. It could be allergies or a sinus infection.

Dr Mumneh agreed

Answered 8/24/2013

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A member asked:

I've had a common cold for 3 weeks my mom is tight on money and can't take me to the doctor. i have a runny nose and a congested cough. remedies?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Ein answered

Dr Chuu agreed

Dr. Joel Selter answered

Dr Mumneh agreed

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