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It started off as a cold however i started to get. cough 5 days ago which when is worst in the morning i wake up feeling like my airways are all block?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Some colds take: longer than 5 days to resolve.Other possibilities include a secondary bacterial infection like Bronchitis or Pneumonia,which would require antibiotics.Do you have a history of Asthma or Hay Fever?Colds can activate Asthma and cause persistent cough,increaced mucus production,and shortness of breath.If persists or fever develops,you must c an MD.Cheerio.

Answered 6/20/2016

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