A member asked:

I had the flue for 13 days felt better than 2 days after have phlegm in throat does it have to do with the flue i was sneezing before also is it normal to have phlegm after having the flue n how long wil it last?

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What was originally a viral upper respiratory tract infection could have developed into a bacterial infection after 7-10 days. A sinus infection would then cause ongoing nasal or postnasal drainage of discolored mucus. A bronchitis would cause coughing up of discolored phelgm. If symptoms persist a course of an appropriate antibiotic may be needed.

Answered 4/16/2022

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