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I get very thick mucus coming out everytime i cough. also hard to breath at the same time. no history of asthma. any issue with me? coughed for 3 wks.
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Cough: Could be post-viral cough? Bronchitis? Asthma? Pneumonia? Need to keep a diary of associated symptoms (fever, chills, aches, pains, sick contacts, recent travel, spent time with grandkids/nieces/nephews, etc..) and get in to see your doctor. A simple fix is on the horizon. Could even be gerd manifesting as cough.
Answered 4/17/2014
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See doctor last week: Bronchitis or pneumonia likely causes. Asthma, tuberculosis, sinusitis are also possible. It depends on what you mean by "hard to breath". Past time to see your physician.
Answered 1/23/2012
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Need evaluation: Asthma can arise at any age; these symptoms can also be associated with bronchitis. You should see your primary care doctor or an allergist to get this sorted out.
Answered 1/8/2018
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