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Could A Lingering Itchy Cough With Green Phlegm And Traces Of Red Be A Sign Of Infection Or Something Serious?

I think i had sinus few days ago with my eyes aching and now im having cough which lasted for almost 2 weeks now and its very very itchy. my phlegm is green in colour and now theres a little bit of red in the phelgm and im not so sure what it was. pls help thanku
posted on Fri, 22 Mar 2024
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Hello,

Your symptoms are indicative of infection (bacterial / viral). You are advised to get clinically examined by a GP. Get a sputum test, a swab test, blood tests, and imaging tests like an X-ray (chest), CT, and MRI done if required to detect pneumonia. bronchitis, asthma, COPD, TB, etc. It may be suggestive of a serious medical condition if the cough lasts for more than 3 weeks. Or if there is fever, chest pain, or difficulty breathing, and if phlegm is consistently bloody or worsening.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Could A Lingering Itchy Cough With Green Phlegm And Traces Of Red Be A Sign Of Infection Or Something Serious?

Hello, Your symptoms are indicative of infection (bacterial / viral). You are advised to get clinically examined by a GP. Get a sputum test, a swab test, blood tests, and imaging tests like an X-ray (chest), CT, and MRI done if required to detect pneumonia. bronchitis, asthma, COPD, TB, etc. It may be suggestive of a serious medical condition if the cough lasts for more than 3 weeks. Or if there is fever, chest pain, or difficulty breathing, and if phlegm is consistently bloody or worsening. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician