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I have a heavy cough thats producing yellow/green phlegm, extreme sweating, my ears have been ringing. is this brochitis or pneumonia?

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Dr. Jack Mutnick answered

Infection : Sounds like a possible sinus infection. Only way to know is by seeing a doctor.

Answered 4/10/2013

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