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Have had a productive cough for about three weeks now. it seemed to have gotten better but over the last couple days seems to have gotten worse again. i also have quite a bit of mucus in my throat. what do you think is causing this?
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Any cough lasting longer than 2 weeks warrants an evaluation by a doctor, preferably a pulmonologist - lung doctor. While the risk is low, lung TB needs to be excluded, Wish you good health!
Answered 5/22/2021
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You don't describe the color or amount of sputum you produce. Mucus in throat may be post nasal drip. Did your cough follow a head cold? If so you may have bronchitis which is resolving. If you have copious,discolored sputum,wheezing,fever,sweats,chills,chest pain or shortness of breath, see your MD for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 5/22/2021
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