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When i cough i seem to swallow air and it makes me throw up air/spit/part of my lunch on the following cough. any method to cough but not throw up?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Treat your cough : I'm a fraid there are no good methods to prevent that sensation if you are still coughing. Based on the severity of your cough, you should come see a local physician to be evaluated and treated. Many etiologies can cause you cough violently like that.

Answered 10/18/2013

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A member asked:

When i cough i seem to swallow air and it makes me throw up air/spit/part of my lunch on the following cough. any method to cough but not throw up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

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