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Suggest Treatment For Severe Cough And Back Pain

I have a very bad cough for about 2 weeks which has gotten worse. my whole face hurts. my ears are clogged. now my back hurts from coughing. started throwing up from lots of flem. I thought it started out as an sinus infection. now I need medical attention
Fri, 18 Sep 2015
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Hi,

Thanks for your question.

After going through your question, I can understand your concern.

There is most likely a possibility of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections in your case.

You should consult your doctor for detailed clinical examination.

Following investigation may require for appropriate diagnosis -
- Complete Blood Count.
- CRP, ESR.
- Sputum examination including culture.
- Chest X-ray.

Depending upon above test results there may be need for Ultrasonography of Thorax and HRCT.

There is a need Antibiotic treatment.

Hope this helps you, if so do vote as helpful.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Cough And Back Pain

Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, I can understand your concern. There is most likely a possibility of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections in your case. You should consult your doctor for detailed clinical examination. Following investigation may require for appropriate diagnosis - - Complete Blood Count. - CRP, ESR. - Sputum examination including culture. - Chest X-ray. Depending upon above test results there may be need for Ultrasonography of Thorax and HRCT. There is a need Antibiotic treatment. Hope this helps you, if so do vote as helpful.