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If i have 3x shots (primary + bivalent) and a previous infection, but i'm overweight and have a slight productive cough this time with covid, should i worry about pneumonia? i'm on day 4-5 of symptoms?

Q: if i have 3x shots (primary + bivalent) and a previous infection, but i'm overweight and have a slight productive cough this time with covid, should i worry about pneumonia? i'm on day 4-5 of symptoms?

: You've reached day 5 without any worrisome pulmonary symptoms and that is very reassuring. Breathing difficulties would be concerning and they usually start by day 5 if they're going to happen. Inform your physician if you have any concerns going forward.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

You've reached day 5 without any worrisome pulmonary symptoms and that is very reassuring. Breathing difficulties would be concerning and they usually start by day 5 if they're going to happen. Inform your physician if you have any concerns going forward.

Answered 9/29/2023

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A member asked:

If i have 3x shots (primary + bivalent) and a previous infection, but i'm overweight and have a slight productive cough this time with covid, should i worry about pneumonia? i'm on day 4-5 of symptoms?

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