- male
- 45 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been dealing with frequent cough, sputum production, body aches, sore throat, and nasal congestion for a while now and I'm really confused about which specialist to see. I've already visited ENT and internal medicine doctors, but everyone has a different opinion some say it's an upper respiratory infection while others think it's sinusitis. One ENT even recommended FESS surgery, but I'm not sure what to do since antibiotics haven't helped so far. I'm also a type 2 diabetic, though I'm not consistent with my meds. Should I try seeing a pulmonologist or stick with ENT/internal medicine?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Given your symptoms of cough, sputum production, body aches, sore throat, and nasal congestion, you should first consult with your primary care physician or an urgent care center. They can assess your overall condition, rule out any serious issues, and determine if you need to be referred to a specialist. If your cough persists for more than a few weeks, or if you develop more severe symptoms like difficulty breathing or a high fever, you should see a pulmonologist or an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist.
Dr. Kamran Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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