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Congestion and cough over two weeks
15-16 days ago, I got a sore throat, I wasn't sure if it was the cold or allergies but I felt briefly fatigued for a few days and then felt ok - except that the post nasal drip (clear), congestion and productive cough have all continued - nothing else no headache, no fever, no pain. I was taking Nasacort, then I switched to Muscinex, but nothing seems to help. It doesn't get any worse, but doesn't seem to be getting a lot better. exercise seems to aggravate it. Can congestion last three weeks?
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
You seem to be suffering from acute rhinosinusitis which may be cause for persistent post nasal discharge. You may need to take anti cold medicines such as sinarest and decongestant nasal drops for few days along with steam inhalation
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required
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