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How Long Does Pneumonia Take To Be Cured Completely?
I was diagnosed with pneumonia 6 weeks ago. I am still coughing up milky phlem with yellow specks, have fatique, get short of breath easily, still have a scratchy feeling in the back of my throat. my last chest x-ray showed clearing but still a little cloudy. should I get a second opinion of what is going on or does it always take this long to get over pneumonia?
Fri, 30 Dec 2016
Hi.
Pneumonia can take a long time, and in my opinion it is fine to experience symptoms for a longer period of time. Speak to your doctor about initiation of medication that can help with suppression of symptoms.
Best wishes.
Pneumonia can take a long time, and in my opinion it is fine to experience symptoms for a longer period of time. Speak to your doctor about initiation of medication that can help with suppression of symptoms.
Best wishes.
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