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Coughs and Colds

You have identified that your most bothersome symptom is coughing, wheezing, or breathing difficulty. These symptoms can be caused by a virus or by a serious illness. Let's check for specific symptoms that suggest you may have a serious illness. If your symptoms suggest you may have a serious illness, then it is important for your doctor to evaluate you.

Are you coughing up blood?

dash  Yes, I am coughing up blood.
dash  No, I am not coughing up blood.

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