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93/f. hx of asthma no other breathingn issues. has been coughing white mucousy phlegm. symbicort (budesonide and formoterol) not helping. refused to c dr?
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Needs exam: Could be either lung or heart related and treatment would depend on her exam. Is there a doctor who could make a house call? If she has a rescue inhaler such as albuterol she could try that. Very difficult. All the best.
Answered 7/10/2015
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