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I am struggeling with post nasal drip that make my chest feel tight and sound like there is mucus on my chest. i was on antibiotic and cortisone treatment and the symptoms went away but in less than 1 week they returned.

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

Follow up: Please consult a physician and provide more history to help you better. Various diagnosis need to be considered: re-infection, bronchitis, asthma, chronic sinusitis, seasonal allergies etc. Follow up with your doctor if you have symptoms.

Answered 3/24/2019

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A member asked:

I am struggeling with post nasal drip that make my chest feel tight and sound like there is mucus on my chest. i was on antibiotic and cortisone treatment and the symptoms went away but in less than 1 week they returned.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

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