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I have a cough that's gotten worse even after rinsing with salt water, cough drops, and getting it checked out. what should i do now?
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Sources: Could be from sinus drip, or from below, bronchial inflammation (asthma) among others. Recc see a pulmonologist if your primary agrees.
Answered 2/13/2014
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