A member asked:

Why is it that i have an occasional cough (lasting more than a week) but no other symptoms ? i have not been sick recently & feel fine otherwise.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Underactive thyroid: An underactive thyroid can cause a running nose which in turn can cause a post nasal drip with resulting cough. Speak t your doctor about taking thyroid medicine.

Answered 12/10/2013

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