What Causes Persistent Jaw Pain, Nasal Congestion And Sneezing?

Posted on Sun, 27 Aug 2017

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Sun, 27 Aug 2017 Answered on

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Question : How long before a cold should you see a doctor
It started with a sore throat
Then swollen gland only on right side
jaw pain on right side
a lot of nasal congestion
sneezing
now a lot of coughing up yellow mucus

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You should see a doctor if not better in 3-5 days.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your health query.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.

An upper respiratory tract infection needs 3-5 days to start getting better.

If not better after 5 days, if you have shortness of breast, chest pain or fever then you will need to see a local doctor who can examine your lungs and sinuses, so they can rule out a pneumonia or a sinusitis.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications or if you have other questions or concerns.

Regards,
Dr. Papaqako

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T