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Sever cough with yellow phlegm congest lungs. went to e r on tues blood work ok no x ray tho cuz pregnant no fever .day 9 of symptoms pneumonia ?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: I would suggest a culture of the sputum and a broad spectrum antibiotic with Strep coverage.

Answered 11/28/2017

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What did the Dr say?: Fever? Smoker or exposed to smoke? Wheezing? "Blood work OK" means normal CBC? Taking any meds? Asthma? Have a cat? Usually this sort of thing is NOT best treated with any antibiotic. An inhaler, usually albuteral, is generally the best remedy.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Pneumonia?: You may have a case of pneumonia and may need a course of antibiotic. Consult your doctor.

Answered 3/24/2020

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