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A few days ago i was cleaning the bathroom accidentally inhaled the fumes of the bathroom cleaner. since then i've had a very persistent and dry cough.

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Dr. Monica Michel answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Allergy or virus: It's certainly possible you had an allergic reaction to what you inhaled however of you remove the cause of the cough (the cleaner) - it should resolve . Also, keep in mind that this could be incidental and you could have a virus as well.

Answered 5/26/2014

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