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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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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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