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I have been coughing for three days. is it just allergies?

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Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Cough: Maybe allergies, asthma, a cold, bronchitis or acid reflux. Hard to tell from the info you provided. Check it out with your doctor

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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