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My rbc slightly elevated. being treated for lpr with ranitidine. see gastro this week for chronic throat clearing. im worried. do i need a chest ct?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: I would suggest an in box consultation. Do you have a history of smoking? chronic cough or respiratory difficulty? Have you provided three samples of sputum for cytology?

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

My rbc slightly elevated. being treated for lpr with ranitidine. see gastro this week for chronic throat clearing. im worried. do i need a chest ct?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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