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Chest Congestion In Morning
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I am experiencing chest tightness (quality: dull or aching sensation) (worsened by: in the evening, at night) , chest congestion, nasal congestion...
Any pain?: Could be a simple virus. Could be something more serious. Any history of asthma? If you haven't been seen by MD recently probably a good time to go. ...Read more
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Pain in chest when breathing and coughing, after 4 days of cold and cough?
Possibilities...: If you have a cough that is present for days to weeks, you may have musculoskeletal chest discomfort. This is the likely etiology if the discomfort is worse when coughing or taking a deep breath. If the chest pain is present all the time and does not get worse when coughing or deep breathing, then go to the nearest er today to r/o cardiac cause. ...Read more
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Can post nasal drip collecting over night cause brown mucus in throat in the morning?
Yes: The a.m mucus sample is usually concentrated and thus may look yellow. IN the presence of a sinus infection, the mucus (when present) should be consistently yellow or green. ...Read more
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Light brown specks in phlegm, in the morning. Clears up during the day.No cough, no chest pain, no fever.Frequently congested noise. Diagnosed with lpr?
LPR: Your specks may be coming from your nose and represent dried up blood. Use saline nose drop especially before bed time and use a vaporizer to keep your nasal passages clear. ...Read more
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I have post-nasal drip, a nonproductive cough, and a tickly throat. Cough began with stuffy nose, deeper in chest a week ago. Chest cold, allergies?
Either: It could be either and the best one to tell is the doctor who examines you. Go see someone soon. ...Read more
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Excessive Cough with mucus , heaviness in the chest , shortness of breath with pain in chest?
See a doctor: Without a chest x-ray it is difficult to tell. Your symptoms sound like you could have pneumonia or bronchitis. I would see a doctor today especially if your shortness of breath is worsening. You can also try taking your albuterol inhaler every 4-6 hours, stop smoking, and try Mucinex (guaifenesin) that is over the counter to help get up the mucous. Ibuprofen may also help with the pain from the cough. ...Read more
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Mucus sensatiin in chest,no nasal block,no cough,mild breathlessness(not interfere),increases at night,no sweating,inhaling causes discomfort throat?
Go see ur FamilyDoc: Given your symptoms, it's best to go see your Family Doc for complete evaluation. You may need beta agonist such as albuterol if suffering from bronchospasm. ...Read more
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Tightness/congestion in my chest constantly. Slight stuffy nose/headache/teeth ache. No cough, no runny nose. Chest infection or anxiety?
Sinus?: Usually anxiety doesn't cause the stuffy nose and headache. That would lead me to believe you have a sinus infection that could be causing some constriction in your airways. I would see your doctor or go to an urgent care to be evaluated. ...Read more
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Nasal congestion, sneezing and runny nose, with upper back pain when breathing in deeply, with headache in front of head, is this cold related?
Seasonal flu: Seasonal flu it is very common viral infection. Usually the condition resolves on its own with home care. Drink water and get a good rest. If there is no improvement or sore throat is severe or lasts longer than another week, or you are getting joint pain see your pcp for evaluation. Hope it helps. ...Read more
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Tight chest, haven't had asthmatic flare up in years, no cough, pain in mid chest going up towards trachea, shortness of breath with activity.
Asthma symptoms: Sounds like your asthma is flaring up even if you don't have a cough or wheezing symptoms. You need to see your doctor so you can be prescribed an inhaler. You may need to have a spirometry test done to confirm an asthma exacerbation. ...Read more
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I am experiencing nasal congestion, sneezing, cough (worsened by: lying flat, in the evening, at night) (quality: with phelgm or mucus) , ear ache...
Viral Illness: You have the symptoms of a viral illness. Treat the symptoms, lots of fluids, lozenges and cough drops for cough. See your doctor if the cough persists or is worse. ...Read more
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Non productive couch with tightness in the chest. headaches, shortness of breath and dizziness. No fever or runny nose.
Mgt: An inbox consultation is available to further discuss. From your description you may have asthma, but other causes including a pulmonary embolism should be considered. Have you had any pulmonary testing including a chest CT? Do you have a history of smoking? ...Read more
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Hacking cough with yellow phlegm for 5 days, progressive worse with pressure in face and fullness in ears. Throat sore runny nose. Just a cold?
Mgt: If you have had a fever > 101 for more than three days, or if this persists for another 10 days, a course of antibiotics may be given to treat sinusitis. Most bronchitis infections are viral but if the cough persists or is associated with significant shortness of breath, fever, cough, please see your PCP. A follow up virtual appointment is available. ...Read more
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Woke up to terrible burning in chest between breasts, dry cough, feeling of bubbles in the throat. What causes this?
Acid reflux: Sounds like acid reflux also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD. This is very common but can cause damage to the esophagus over time. There are now many over the counter meds available for this and sleeping with your head raised can help. If it persists though, you need to see a doctor, your PCP or a gastroenterologist. ...Read more
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Feeling disonfort in the chest choking in the throat?
Complicated: It is hard to figure out what is wrong without more information and an exam. It could be a heart problem or the pain could be from esophageal spasm. It's best to see someone in person to get a diagnosis. ...Read more
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I have a stuffed up nose sore throught can't speak in the morning cough mucus in lungs in morning. I'm miserable help i also have asthma?
Don't delay: Asthma is not a disease to take lightly or ignore. If night time symptoms occur more than twice a month or day symptoms more than twice a week, asthma is not controlled. There are many triggers that should be evaluated for and with nasal congestion, consideration to allergies and sinus issues is high. There are many excellent medications available to treat asthma and allergies. Relief is there. ...Read more
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I am experiencing headache, runny nose, nasal drainage, sore throat, cough (worsened by: in the evening, at night) (quality: with phlegm or mucus, chronic cough) , chest congestion, body aches and sneezing for 2 wks.
Sounds: like our old" friend" INFLUENZA....Take Tylenol or a NSAID for the fever/aches...drink lots of fluids...REST and if it goes into a third week have a hands on exam by your PCP (Primary Care Provider) WHO SHOULD ALSO KNOW what viruses are active in your community. Hope this is helpful..FEEL BETTER Dr Z ...Read more
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Bloody mucus in morning followed by a day of pain.No nasal congestion.Bad smell lingers in nose.Inflammation of stomach and esophagus. Happening 2mths
Need attention: Still might be due to sinusitis, but there might be other causes. Please see a doctor. ...Read more
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Lump in the throat, mild heavy feeling in the chest, cough with phlegm (night time), heartburn. What could it be?
Could be Gerd: This could be related to hiatus hernia, quit smoking!- even the cough can come from gerd. ...Read more
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Hyperinflated lung with normal pft smoker 32 yo chest and throat tightness slight shortness of breath when walking morning stiff nose cough phelgum
PFT: If you were my patient i would consider a full pft including total lung capacity and dlco and/or a methacholine challenge test to determine is asthma or a different obstructive lung disease is present. ...Read more
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