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I am 70 years old. i cough a lot until breathless. why?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Acute bronchitis: Is a viral disease characterized by prolonged, excessive, coughing. The most common symptom of acute bronchitis is a cough. Acute bronchitis is a one-time condition that lasts for several weeks. Drink plenty of fluids and otc medication. However, pneumonia can have symptoms like acute bronchitis. Rec. See your pcp to rule out pneumonia.

Answered 9/28/2016

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