Question 1

i'm worried about persistent cough. how many nonsmokers get lung cancer in u.s. each year?

Accepted Answer

Go to see your MD: Worldwide, lung cancer in never smokers comprises an estimated 15 to 20 % of cases in men and over 50 percent in women. In us, the age-adjusted incidence rate for lung cancer in never smokers aged 40 to 79 years ranged from 11 to 14/ 100, 000 person-years for men and from 15 to 21/100, 000 person-years for women.  With persistent cough, absolutely,  you should see your doctor for further evaluation.

Question 2

18 year old, female, non-smoker, with persistent cough and chest infection for 4 weeks, and getting worse. could i have lung cancer?

Accepted Answer

Very Unlikely: more likely that you have bronchospasm from the infection.  See your doctor for treatments aimed at decreasing inflammation and spasm such as inhalers, steroids etc.

Question 3

i am afraid i have lung cancer.i have been having a persistent cough when i talk for two years that doesnt go away and now after covid i feel chest pain when i breathe. what examination should i do ?

Accepted Answer

See your doc : For a focused exam and detailed history. Based on findings and previous known comorbidities further tests, including imaging may be ordered. Lung cancer appears unlikely otherwise and work up should clarify.

Question 4

persistent cough for 4 wks. lump moving in chest, painful swallowing, shoulder pain, & rib cage pain. told doc today. doc not concerned cause x-ray last month was clear. what if this cough goes another month? scared lung cancer. smoked for a year.

Accepted Answer

Chest doctor: A cough lasting longer than 2 weeks needs to be evaluated. The risk of lung cancer or TB is low is the chest x-ray was clear a month ago. However, it you are not satisfied with your doctor, you should consider consulting a Pulmonologist/chest doctor.
Wish you good health!

Question 5

i am 36 have a chronic cough with mucus.  i gave up smoking several months ago and am terrified about why it hasnt gone and whether it is lung cancer.?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: A chronic cough with mucus is usually due to bronchitis. However, you should see a health care provider.

Question 6

i have throat tightness and cough (quality:chronic cough) i smoked for 7 years and quit 2 weeks ago and i'm  afraid of having lung cancer. possible?

Accepted Answer

Cough: Unlikely. These are common symptoms which occur when you quit and the airway is recovering function, ciliary function, recovering from chronic inflammation. Acute phase is three weeks, Subacute phase is 3 months. Drink a lot of water. Best to get a Chest x-ray

Question 7

i have a persistent cough. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Persistent  cough: The cough may be due to a variety of conditions, like an infection such as pneumonia or pertussis, or post infectious after the flu, asthma or even medication please see your doctor so he can help you.

Question 8

what causes persistent cough for a couple weeks?

Accepted Answer

Bronchitis...: Acute bronchitis can result in a cough which lasts for this duration. There can be associated bronchospasm which can cause the cough to increase even when the other symptoms are resolving. Chronic bronchitis, a form of copd, can also cause a long-lasting cough. See your doctor for diagnosis and treatment, especially if the cough is worsening.

Question 9

what is the best cure for a persistent cough?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: Treatment for a chronic cough depends on the reason for the cough. Possible etiologies for a chronic cough include bronchospasm from any cause, gerd, post-nasal drip or a combination of factors. Each of these have different treatments. See your doctor so your cough can be diagnosed first and then treated.

Question 10

remedy for persistent cough in a nine month child?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Treatment will be different depending upon the cause(s) of prolonged cough.  The infant needs to be thoroughly evaluated first.

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I'm worried about persistent cough. how many nonsmokers get lung cancer in u.s. each year?

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18 year old, female, non-smoker, with persistent cough and chest infection for 4 weeks, and getting worse. could i have lung cancer?

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I am afraid i have lung cancer.i have been having a persistent cough when i talk for two years that doesnt go away and now after covid i feel chest pain when i breathe. what examination should i do ?

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Persistent cough for 4 wks. lump moving in chest, painful swallowing, shoulder pain, & rib cage pain. told doc today. doc not concerned cause x-ray last month was clear. what if this cough goes another month? scared lung cancer. smoked for a year.

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I am 36 have a chronic cough with mucus. i gave up smoking several months ago and am terrified about why it hasnt gone and whether it is lung cancer.?

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I have throat tightness and cough (quality:chronic cough) i smoked for 7 years and quit 2 weeks ago and i'm afraid of having lung cancer. possible?

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I have a persistent cough. what could it be?

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What causes persistent cough for a couple weeks?

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Remedy for persistent cough in a nine month child?

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