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I have been coughing for weeks after recovering from a cold and it recently got worse. should i be concerned?
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Be checked: A prolonged cough may be related to infections such as whooping cough and reactive airways that are seen in asthma. Be checked to see if you have a problem that requires treatment. All the best.
Answered 1/30/2016
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Post-infectious: A post-infectious cough is most likely the cause of your symptoms and nothing to be concerned about. However, check in with your doctor to see if you have pneumonia or need a chest x-ray. Be on the lookout for fevers which are important in the workup.
Answered 1/30/2016
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Yes: This sounds suspicious for sinusitis or even a pneumonia. See your doctor to determine if any specific treatment is indicated.
Answered 1/30/2016
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