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Prolonged cough
I have been having this phelgmy cough for months since january. I had cough and cold. I had a chest xray last jaunary but came out normal. No significant chest findings. And the doctor prescribed me montelukast and a cough expectorant and antibiotic because i had a fever. And i am breastfeeding my baby. I also have a post nasal drip every now and then. My phlegm is greenish an thick. Especially in the morning.
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Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. It could be allergy. Consult a pulmonologist for the same
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Please see a pulmonologist. Your post nasal drip has to be controlled first. And depending on that you may or may not require a repeat chest x ray.
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