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I have a very chesty cough. could it be bonchritis? how do i know if i need antibiotics
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Chest cold: Viral infections often clear themselves after a day or two. If you have high fever, trouble catching your breath, cough up greenish secretions or blood, please see your doctor.
Answered 3/24/2022
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