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What Causes Cough With Dysphagia And Thick Phlegm?
I m 33 years old 176 pounds non smoker. About 3 months ago I had a bad cold that lasted about a week. After that I felt fine for about a week now I ve been coughing all the time it always seems like there is something stuck in the back of my throat. I m always having to clear my throat. I cough up thick jelly like phlegm usually clear with thick string like sticky yellowish stuff. What could it be and how can I get over this? Thank you for your time. Joan
Thu, 16 Jan 2020
Hello,
Your symptoms are suggestive of a local throat infection. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and a throat discharge bacterial culture. Antibiotics may be needed.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
Your symptoms are suggestive of a local throat infection. For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a physical exam and a throat discharge bacterial culture. Antibiotics may be needed.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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