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I had a cold last week but feel much better now. i still have a lingering cough and congestion though. how long until this usually goes away?

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Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

2 weeks: The post-infection symptoms can sometimes last up to 2 weeks later as your lungs and throat recover.

Dr Patrick agreed

Answered 1/24/2018

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A member asked:

I had a cold last week but feel much better now. i still have a lingering cough and congestion though. how long until this usually goes away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

Dr Patrick agreed

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