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Should Antibiotics Be Taken For Deep Chest Cough And Green Phlegm Production?
Question: Hello, My name is XXXXXXX I am 60 years old, in perfect health. work out 4 X a week, Non Smoker, Non Drinker. But my grandkids gave me their Sore Throat which has given me a upper chest Deep Cough that produces a Green Mucis. I am up Skiing in Utah and wondering if I should get on an Anti Biotic or just stay with my Mucinex and AlciSeltzer Plus to knok me out at night?
Thank you and sorry for the spelling:) XXXXXXX
Thank you and sorry for the spelling:) XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Yes for antibiotics.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Greenish sputum indicates bacterial infection. Sore throat is usually caused by a virus which will reduce the local immunity and make the mucus membrane of the throat and larynx prone to bacterial invasion.
You may have to start with an antibiotic like Amoxicillin twice daily for 5 days. Please consult your treating doctor for a prescription.
Hope I have answered your query. Wish you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Raju A.T.
General & Family Physician
Yes for antibiotics.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Greenish sputum indicates bacterial infection. Sore throat is usually caused by a virus which will reduce the local immunity and make the mucus membrane of the throat and larynx prone to bacterial invasion.
You may have to start with an antibiotic like Amoxicillin twice daily for 5 days. Please consult your treating doctor for a prescription.
Hope I have answered your query. Wish you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Raju A.T.
General & Family Physician
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