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The air pollution is bad right now. i don't have asthma, but i'm coughing and my lungs are burning. at what point should i see the doctor?
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Air pollution: Don't wait.The pollutants are serving as irritants for your lungs. See a pulmonologist for help.
Answered 1/22/2014
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