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A member asked:
I have a cold/cough how do i know when its something that needs antibiotics? i feel miserable don't want to go to doc for nothing. i have had it 1 wk
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Almost never: Most colds are caused by viruses. Viruses don't respond to antibiotics! If you have a history of asthma, exercise-induced cough, seasonal cough, dry non-productive cough there is a good chance that the cough is secondary to asthma and will respond quickly to the appropriate administration of bronchodilators. Treat and avoid allergens.
Answered 9/3/2015
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