Several weeks of cough
Dear Sir or Madam,
I would like to ask a question regarding the following situation:
About 2 weeks before Christmas, I caught a cold. I had a little cough, but a severe runny nose. After the usual duration, the symptoms improved and I went back to my usual routine. However, after New Year's, a persistent cough appeared, which got worse over time, so I eventually went to see a doctor. I was prescribed an antibiotic, which temporarily improved the situation. However, 2-3 days after the last pill, the cough worsened again, so I visited the doctor once more. My lungs were listened to and a blood test was done to check for elevated inflammation levels. Neither the listening nor the blood test indicated pneumonia.
The doctor then suspected that due to the cold I had before Christmas, mucus is still dripping down my throat, causing the cough. I was prescribed Gelomyrtol Forte as an expectorant, which actually helped with the mucus in my throat. I also regularly do nasal rinses, which do seem to bring some relief to the cough. My condition has not worsened since the last doctor's visit (9 days ago), but it has not significantly improved either. I would say it is slightly better, especially in terms of night rest.
What would you advise me to do now? Should I see the doctor again, or should I continue taking the expectorant and just be patient? Because after more than 3 weeks of these symptoms, I am starting to feel a bit desperate. Thank you!
