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I have a dry cough which won't go away. i've taken zupes cough syrup and amoksiklav antibiotics but i still cough. i don't smoke. should i see a doc?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes: Please see your doc. I see that you also have thrush and that can be treated as well. Your cough can have a physiological base or it might be a nervous habit, or the side effect of a medication. Your doc will help. Peace and good health.

Answered 4/19/2017

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A member asked:

I have a dry cough which won't go away. i've taken zupes cough syrup and amoksiklav antibiotics but i still cough. i don't smoke. should i see a doc?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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