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I have had chest infection twice. and keeps coming back even after antibiotics. i have post nasal drip permanently and coughing. lots of phlegm - some days tight and some not - phlegm is yellow green brown, depending, and when feeling better white?
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Sample: A sample of your phlegm may be sent for testing, including TB, bacterial and fungal infection. A second course of antibiotics may be indicated.Please monitor for fever,rest,hydrate and follow up with your physician.
Answered 9/13/2019
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