I'm really worried because I was diagnosed with TB about 8 months ago, and now I've started having this phlegm and some occasional pain in my upper chest. I'm not sure if this is normal or if something else might be going on. Could you tell me what might be causing these symptoms?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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take syrup ascoril for 5 days

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I've been feeling breathless for the past couple of weeks, but my X-ray and pulmonary function test came back normal. The doctor mentioned something about Telecast L. Can you help me understand what this is and how it might help with my breathlessness? I'm starting to worry since everything looks normal on the tests.

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