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Suggest Remedy For Persistent Cough With Light Green Phelgm
I have had a persistant cough for almost 14 days accompanied by phelm most of the time clear to white but recently turning yellow to light green. Contacted my doctor but he is out for the next 2 weeks. Secretary is sending a prescription to my pharmacy (an antibiotic) Is this a wise decision as I am concerned about taking too much of it. This is a very strong cough!!
Mon, 28 Dec 2015
Hi Dear ,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. The symptoms such as persistent cough with light green phlegm you mentioned in query are pointing towards severe upper respiratory tract infection . The infection is probably a strep throat infection. Need not to worry. For now do warm saline rinses , take rest. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay/ Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest and Immunoglobulin G levels checked for further treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin or penicillin ) at least for 10 days along with decongestants and mucolytic agents .You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. Do warm saline gargles with pinch of salt water. Take expectorants. Steam inhalation is very effective for you.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. The symptoms such as persistent cough with light green phlegm you mentioned in query are pointing towards severe upper respiratory tract infection . The infection is probably a strep throat infection. Need not to worry. For now do warm saline rinses , take rest. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay/ Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest and Immunoglobulin G levels checked for further treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin or penicillin ) at least for 10 days along with decongestants and mucolytic agents .You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. Do warm saline gargles with pinch of salt water. Take expectorants. Steam inhalation is very effective for you.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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