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I have had a low grade fever for 3 days,chest congestion and some sinus issues but not all the time. My sides hurt when I cough. I have been doing a nebulizer treatment for the last two days and Mucinex for 3 days. if this is a virus how long does it usually last. Should I go to the doctor?
Hello dear Greetings Regarding your symptoms of fever chest congestion sinus issue cough with side discomfort following treatment with nebulizer and mucinex I am suggesting that you have an acute chest infection In view of this please do the following test Chest x-ray Lung function test Blood culture Meanwhile please see a pulmonologist specialist with the results and and for further clinical assessment and adequate drug prescription Moreover please start the following pending your appointment Steam inhalation Antibiotic Analgesic Multivitamin I hope this helps Regards
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How Long Does Viral Infection Take To Alleviate?
Hello dear Greetings Regarding your symptoms of fever chest congestion sinus issue cough with side discomfort following treatment with nebulizer and mucinex I am suggesting that you have an acute chest infection In view of this please do the following test Chest x-ray Lung function test Blood culture Meanwhile please see a pulmonologist specialist with the results and and for further clinical assessment and adequate drug prescription Moreover please start the following pending your appointment Steam inhalation Antibiotic Analgesic Multivitamin I hope this helps Regards