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  • 24 Years
  • 07/02/2025

I'm really concerned because I've been smoking cigarettes for over 5 years now, and I've started having problems with a persistent cough and phlegm. I'm wondering if there's anything I could do to help with these issues besides quitting smoking?

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do chest xray and pulmonary function test

Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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