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I have a sore throat, nasal congestion, and bloody (streaks) and brown mucus that i keep coughing up. should i be concerned?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Depends: If you have had these symptoms for more than 10 days, need to see a doctor. Else it may just be from a cold.

Dr Kuhar agreed

Answered 4/3/2015

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A member asked:

I have a sore throat, nasal congestion, and bloody (streaks) and brown mucus that i keep coughing up. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Kuhar agreed

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