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I have a bad cough that was wet and is turning dry. i cough so hard i sometimes gag. i also have orange spots in throat but it isn't sore really.

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Need more info: Your symptoms are significant and require that you see your family physician very soon.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/13/2015

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