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Had pneumonia few yrs ago. coughing up phlegm every morning since. breathing test results vgood. doc suggested antibiotics. don't want to take. ideas?
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NO, follow advise: You already had an episode of pneumonia , your doctor gave best advise , don't want you to get it back wants to prevent it by giving antibiotics , now it is up to you , if you are not happy take a second opinion.
Answered 10/24/2015
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