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Suggest Treatment For Severe Congestion And Coughing

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Posted on Mon, 16 Jan 2017
Question: My 20 year old son has had 3 weeks of severe congestion, drainage, and coughing
causing him to vomit. He has no appetite and is losing weight. His doctor prescribed the equivalent of a 5 day Z-Pack but there isn't any improvement. Any idea what maybe wrong with him? We ruled out mono because he's not tired all the time.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (26 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Take Zyrtec!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

This sounds more like allergic rhinitis. I will suggest that you get an anti-allergic medication. Zyrtec is a good option here. I will suggest that you get this from the pharmacy and take as directed.

I wish you well. Let me know how this unfolds....
I wish you a happy a holiday.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Congestion And Coughing

Brief Answer: Take Zyrtec! Detailed Answer: Hi, This sounds more like allergic rhinitis. I will suggest that you get an anti-allergic medication. Zyrtec is a good option here. I will suggest that you get this from the pharmacy and take as directed. I wish you well. Let me know how this unfolds.... I wish you a happy a holiday.