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Have had minor, lingering cold for 10+ days. no fever. normal energy levels. as of last 3 days there is mucous in my lungs. concerning?

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Dr. Ajay Acharya answered

Yes....: After 3-5 days all initial infection/inflammation get secondarily infected with bacteria. More so with your medical hx. Time for a short course of antibiotic and mucolytic agent.

Answered 12/1/2015

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A member asked:

Have had minor, lingering cold for 10+ days. no fever. normal energy levels. as of last 3 days there is mucous in my lungs. concerning?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ajay Acharya answered

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