I have had what I believe to be a cold for about two weeks. Then it seems to have gone away a few days ago. All of a sudden I began to cough(a dry cough), then a little while later, a cough with mucus, sometimes thick, and sometimes thin. My cough is persistent for a couple of seconds before any thing comes up. My throat has begun to hurt somewhat from the coughing I assume. I have a pain in my right side and it hurts constantly and when I cough, it really hurts more. I have to hold my side so it doesn t hurt as bad during my cough. Can you give me any idea of what might be going on with me? Email address is,you in advance for any information you can share with me....
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. You are having chronic cough, pleuritic chest pain (chest pain on coughing). These symptoms are more suggestive of lung infection and bronchitis. So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x-ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). Chest x-ray is needed to rule out lung infection. PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. You may need antibiotics, inhaled bronchodilators and other supportive Chat Doctor.  Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.