Question 1

i always feel like i need to cough. what could be causing this symptom?

Accepted Answer

A number of issues: Chronic cough can be due to lung disease, acid reflux, allergy/sinusitis with post nasal, or even be habitual. One important point is when the cough bothers you. Asthma is associated with colds and exercise.  Night time cough is typical of asthma or reflux. Post nasal drip is frequently worst in the morning. I would recommend a careful evaluation by your primary doctor or a pulmonologist.

Question 2

female, age 70, has the third severe bronchitis like symptom in a year, each lasting more than 3 weeks.  albuterol inhaler causes more cough.  cause?

Accepted Answer

COPD?: She may have copd. Cxr and pfts are very useful. Most patients need anti inflammatory medications such as inhaled steroids. Spiriva is often quite useful also. Albuterol dilates the airways but does not treat the underlying inflammation. Have her checked by a lung doc.

Question 3

can propranolol cause a cough and is it a bad symptom to have? on 60mg and i have had a constant cough and a couple of episodes when i couldn't breath

Accepted Answer

Beta blocker cough: propranolol is a nonselective beta blocker - it can cause bronchospasm and wheezing which you are feeling as a cough. You should see your doctor to adjust your medications. Don't know why you are on the BB.

Question 4

one of symptom of chf is cough, can ace inhibitors be used as it also causes cough.

Accepted Answer

CHF: Treatment of congestive heart failure is complex. One of the most important medications is an ace inhibitor to improve the cardiac function. Although there is a potential side effect of a dry cough in a small percentage of patients using an acei, the benefit far outweighs the risk and it should be a first line medication. Speak with your cardiologist for details of dosing.

Question 5

ive had a week long cough producing large amounts of clear, watery phlegm that wakes me up at night and causes asthma attacks. the cough is unlike any previous asthma coughs ive had. the only other symptom ive had is a sore throat?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It may be a viral infection and should subside. If you develop breathing difficulty or fever, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 6

what causes cough when there are no symptoms of flue?

Accepted Answer

Allergies/cold/bronc: You can get cough due to other infections like common cold, allergies, pnumonia, bronchitis, smoking etc.Cough is not always caused by flu.

Question 7

i have a cough and for the past couple days i keep tasting bleach when i cough. it's not a really bad cough and i don't have any other symptoms what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

: I hope you are not taking bleach. If you are stop.  NOW.

Pehaps you mean a acid taste? IF so you may be coughing in such a way that it forces acid from you stomach into you mouth. Ask local Dr about GERD.

Question 8

what can cause cough when there are no symptoms of flu?

Accepted Answer

4 most common: Gerd, medications, asthma, allergic rhinitis/postnasal drip.

Question 9

what is the sign that dry cough is getting better and can stop taking medicine ? is it ony if i totally not coughing ? cos med cause drowsiness in day

Accepted Answer

OK to stop: Cough medicines are only for symptoms so if your cough is better, you can stop the cough medication. If you were given an antibiotic on the other hand, you always want to finish the course.

Question 10

what could be the cause of sudden dry pain in larynx and sounding like i've a cold when speaking, plus chesty cough, symptoms going on for weeks?

Accepted Answer

URI: Might be suggestive of an upper respiratory infection.  Check with your doctor to make sure you don't need antibiotics!

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Female, age 70, has the third severe bronchitis like symptom in a year, each lasting more than 3 weeks. albuterol inhaler causes more cough. cause?

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Can propranolol cause a cough and is it a bad symptom to have? on 60mg and i have had a constant cough and a couple of episodes when i couldn't breath

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One of symptom of chf is cough, can ace inhibitors be used as it also causes cough.

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Ive had a week long cough producing large amounts of clear, watery phlegm that wakes me up at night and causes asthma attacks. the cough is unlike any previous asthma coughs ive had. the only other symptom ive had is a sore throat?

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What causes cough when there are no symptoms of flue?

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I have a cough and for the past couple days i keep tasting bleach when i cough. it's not a really bad cough and i don't have any other symptoms what could be the cause?

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What can cause cough when there are no symptoms of flu?

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What is the sign that dry cough is getting better and can stop taking medicine ? is it ony if i totally not coughing ? cos med cause drowsiness in day

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What could be the cause of sudden dry pain in larynx and sounding like i've a cold when speaking, plus chesty cough, symptoms going on for weeks?

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