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Really bad cold with yellow and green mucus for two weeks. symptoms improved but cough still lingering a month later with clear sputum. is this normal?

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Dr. Qura Rashid answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Post nasal drip: Post nasal drip is the likely cause of your cough. Over the counter Flonase 1 spray in each nostril twice daily and daily sinus rinses usually help. Hope this helps!

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/30/2017

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A member asked:

Really bad cold with yellow and green mucus for two weeks. symptoms improved but cough still lingering a month later with clear sputum. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Qura Rashid answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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