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I have had a persistent cough for about a year now. i'm otherwise healthy, but there are times when i cough quite a bit for no apparent reason.
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Cough: Your persistent cough may be due to asthma. See a pulmonologist ir allergist for evaluation.
Answered 4/8/2016
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See pcp: For exam, chest x-ray or cat scan if he thinks it's necessary.
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