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Severe pneumonia/sepsis with vats surgery for pleural pus. 2 weeks hospitalization/iv abx. home now on oral abx, all symptoms improving except night sweats (but no fevers). strep pneumo bacteria was confirmed. cxr improving. doc not worried but i am?
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Your post does not include a clear question. It is clear you had a serious illness that can be deadly. Since your treating doc is satisfied with your improving condition & they know all the facts. I would consider their opinion the best guide for your concern.
Answered 6/17/2023
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