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How would i know if my cough is from bacteria or a virus? should i be worried if its bacteria and i havent gotten antibiotics or seen a doc in 5 days?
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Take an OTC cough medicine. Whether it is bacterial or viral if you are normally healthy it should clear. Good Luck
Answered 10/13/2022
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