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A member asked:
My 12 yr son spitting thick greenish phlegm for more than a month. not sick/fully active. had mild cough that dissipated. complains throat get clogged?
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Sinusitis suspected: Have him seen by his primary care doctor. should he show no or poor response to 2 weeks antibiotic treatment, ENT consultation would be next step to take.
Answered 3/25/2022
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Yes : Likely bacterial sinusitis. Consult HealthTap or physician in person for treatment
Answered 1/4/2019
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