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Cough & congestion in the chest
My 85 years old mother is suffering from bad cough ( wet) and chest congestion for last 10 days. We have given her cough syrup for last one week but her cough has worsened. Since she is on walker, its difficult to take her to a doctor.
She gets prolonged bouts of coughing for hours at a stretch.
She does not suffer from cold or body ache.
Pl suggest treatment for quick relief.
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
She might be suffering from viral upper respiratory tract infection which is a common type of throat infection in this season. You may need to take antibiotics, anti cold medicines and cough syrups. Treatment depends on diagnosis
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Consult nearby ENT specialist or opt for online consultation for appropriate treatment after detailed symptomatic analysis
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