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Should I try any OTC medication
In February, I had a cough for about 15 days. I took some medicine in a bottle given by a nearby government hospital. Soon after, I developed a lung infection. Now, I'm experiencing the same symptoms again—mostly dry cough, occasional mucus, a feeling of something stuck in my throat, and a slight change in voice.
Should I try any OTC medication first, or is it better to consult my pulmonologist directly this time? Please advise.
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Need to be evaluated properly, might be viral infection or in countries like India any cough more than 2 weeks to be evaluated for TB definitely
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Please consult pulmonologist with previous records
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need to see your previous xray..and a detailed history will be needed..kindly connect
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl consult pulmonologist.
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Dr. Sivaraj Karri
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Kakinada
Consult a pulmonologist
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