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I have been coughing severely a well as dealing with a bit of congestion. my throat pain is closer to my chest. will this go away on it's own?

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Dr. David Kam answered

Persistent cough: See your doctor to rule out pneumonia. Pain in throat and chest are related to your severe coughing.

Answered 5/4/2013

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A member asked:

I have been coughing severely a well as dealing with a bit of congestion. my throat pain is closer to my chest. will this go away on it's own?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Kam answered

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