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Doctor: Good morning. What brings you in today, Rajesh?

Patient: Hi Dr Kalesh, I’ve been having this persistent cough for about a week now, and it’s getting worse.

Doctor: Is it dry or are you coughing up any phlegm?

Patient: It started off dry, but now there’s some yellowish mucus.

Doctor: Do you have any fever, chills, or shortness of breath?

Patient: I had a slight fever two days ago, around 100.5. No chills, but I do feel a bit breathless when climbing stairs.

Doctor: Any known allergies or history of asthma?

Patient: No allergies, and I’ve never had asthma.

Doctor: Have you taken anything for the cough so far?

Patient: Just some over-the-counter cough syrup, but it hasn’t really helped.

Doctor: Alright, let me listen to your lungs.

[Stethoscope sounds – no speech]

Doctor: I hear some congestion in the lower lungs. I’ll prescribe a bronchodilator and an antibiotic. Let’s also get a chest X-ray to rule out pneumonia.

Patient: Okay, sounds good. Should I take rest or can I continue going to work?

Doctor: You can go to work if you're feeling up to it, but avoid exertion and wear a mask. Rest as much as possible.

Patient: Got it. Thank you, doctor.

Doctor: You're welcome. Feel better soon.