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I was having trouble breathing at night. i had a sore throat and thick mucus in my throat. i started having chills while being hot. what is wrong?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Infection: description sounds like a respiratory infection. Sometimes treatment is necessary for rapid improvement without complication.

Answered 3/18/2018

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