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I have a sore throat and both my ears hurt as well. it is now day 4 and i'm starting to cough as well. problem is i am breastfeeding, what can i take?

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Things available: There are many things available once you find out what you need. This could be strep or viral, bacterial ear infection or not, emerging bronchitis or not. Without an exam it is not clear what if anything you would need.

Dr Haghighat agreed

Answered 9/8/2018

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