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A member asked:

I was sick last weekend but i 5still have a cough with phlegm could it be pneumonia?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Yes it: Could. IT may also be just viral syndrome .Drink plenty of fluids .If condition fails to improve or worsen seek help

Dr Bacchus agreed

Answered 5/31/2015

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