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Hi doctor, i have a sore throat and my chest is heavy. i'm having some difficulty breathing. this is since yesterday. i had bronchitis last month and have not really fully recovered from it. i'm also asthmatic. what should i do?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh
Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
Assessment: A virtual appointment and an appointment with your PCP is indicated. Azithromycin is one possible treatment and a review of your asthma plan is indicated. It is less likely to be caused by Coronavirus if you have nasal congestion and phlegm, but discuss testing for both influenza and coronavirus with your PCP.
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