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I drank some tea accidentally with these fuzzy balls. now i have a persistent cough w/ phlegm. seems like bacterial, should i get antibiotics for it?
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Go see your doctor: You can't get antibiotics w/o seeing your doctor who can help determine whether you need it or not. Color of phlegm is no indicator of need for antibiotics.
Answered 4/3/2014
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Cough: Your doctor will need to examine you to determine if you need antibiotics.
Answered 9/11/2013
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