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Does coughing up yellow flem mean strep throat?

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No: A productive cough is not typically associated with strep pharyngitis. A viral upper respiratory tract infection is the most common cause of sputum. However, if you develop high fevers or shortness of breath you should be evaluated by your primary care provider.

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Answered 1/29/2020

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2 months since my cold resolved, but i still keep producing faint yellow clear phlegm(no fever/cough)can feel it at the back of my throat constantly.

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Good morning I have a constant cough with phlegm. Sometimes it does hurt my throat & the phlegm was yellow but is now white. I've had this cough for more than a week & would like to know if i should see a doctor. I haven't taken any medication. Tnx?

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