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I've had a cough for 3 mos. chest ct scan was normal. do i still need to see a lung specialist. my primary care dr. says "yes". an ent said no.

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Dr. Anthony Fritz answered

Yes: If your primary care doctor, who knows your medical situation best, recommends a pulmonary specialist then it would be a good idea to see one.

Dr Burns agreed

Answered 9/16/2018

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Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Further evaluation: Cough for 3 months needs explanation. Possibilities include infection, allergy, asthma, side effects of medication, and tumor. I agree that you should see a ling specialist.

Dr Pizzo and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I've had a cough for 3 mos. chest ct scan was normal. do i still need to see a lung specialist. my primary care dr. says "yes". an ent said no.

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Anthony Fritz answered

Dr Burns agreed

Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Dr Pizzo and 2 doctors agreed

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