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A 62-year-old male asked:

I have had sore throat and cold/flu symptoms for 6 weeks with also slight cough. should i seek help from doctors ?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwuanswered

Internal Medicine 30 years experience

Yes: Prolonged URI may be complicated with pneumonia, Bronchitis, Sinusitis and Otitis media. So it is time to see your doctor

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