When to Go to a Doctor for Chest Congestion: At-home Care vs. Medical Attention
Doctor On Demand
APRIL 16, 2025
Seek care right away if you’re coughing up bloody mucus or have heart or lung conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Virtual visits can diagnose colds, flu , or allergies and help you manage symptoms at home. If you have asthma, COPD, or allergies, be sure to mention recent flare-ups.
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