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I woke gasping for air i tried inhaling but felt stuck and simply couldnt when i could breathe again my throat felt swollen and i could feel phlegm pouring out of my lungs and had difficulty swallowing coughing alot an i was pale white an cold sweat?

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Covid positive ?'s: The symptoms described can be associated with Covid or simply a viral pneumonitis. Get tested for Covid and see your primary care physician or get an order for a chest x-ray and throat culture.

Answered 12/9/2020

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A member asked:

I woke gasping for air i tried inhaling but felt stuck and simply couldnt when i could breathe again my throat felt swollen and i could feel phlegm pouring out of my lungs and had difficulty swallowing coughing alot an i was pale white an cold sweat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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