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A member asked:

I've been recovering from pneumonia for a month and half now and still am having exesive mucus production. should i mention this to my doctor?

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Yes: I suggest a repeat exam and possibly a chest x-ray and pulmonary function testing.

Dr Seibert and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 5/28/2017

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