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A member asked:
For the last few days i have had a dry cough i work with sewage could this have anything to do with it?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Possibilities...: Your cough may be due to bronchospasm and airway inflammation which could be due to an occupational exposure, depending on how close to the sewage you work, what type of sewage it is, what type of protection you wear, etc. Tests can be done to see if your symptoms are due to an occupational exposure so see your doctor. If you smoke, this can also cause your symptoms so your doc can help you quit.
Answered 1/26/2014
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Could be related: If you think your health issues are connected to your work environment you need to report this to your boss and be evaluated by an occupational medicine doctor.
Answered 2/24/2014
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