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What is the best thing to do for a tickle causing a bad cough. my wife has asthma and the tickly cough has lasted a few days?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: The tickle may be from post-nasal drips (most people with allergic asthma also has allergic rhinitis), sinusitis, or even reflux. Or it may just be a sign of an inflamed airway leading to worsening in her asthma. It's time to see her doctor.

Dr Zacharisen agreed

Answered 4/2/2017

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