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I have a rattling sound in my chest, itchy ears, and a sore throat but no other symptoms. should i see a dr or wait a little?

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Dr. Keegan Duchicela answered

Rattling sound: The most common cause would be a viral URI - which usually gets better on its own. But we take special precaution with people who smoke, have diabetes, underlying lung problems (asthma, copd). Or if there's any shortness of breath or extended fever.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I have a rattling sound in my chest, itchy ears, and a sore throat but no other symptoms. should i see a dr or wait a little?

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Dr. Keegan Duchicela answered

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