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Can An On-going Cough Be Indicative Of Flu?
I saw my physician on Monday because of a on-going cough. He prescribed a cough med……in the meantime (tonight) I have developed extremely swollen glands, low grade fever, and aches all over. Does this sound like the flu or should I visit the clinic tomorrow? Nodules protruding from glands on both sides under ears.
Mon, 6 Jan 2020
Hello,
Flu or upper respiratory tract infection must be ruled out. Consult a general practitioner and start a short course of antibiotics empirically.
If symptoms persist better to go for an X-ray and sputum study. Tuberculosis must be ruled out if cough persists for more than two weeks.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Flu or upper respiratory tract infection must be ruled out. Consult a general practitioner and start a short course of antibiotics empirically.
If symptoms persist better to go for an X-ray and sputum study. Tuberculosis must be ruled out if cough persists for more than two weeks.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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