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Doc wrote: tussis subacute and said no med. x ray is good. no fever. took vibramycin (doxycycline) 7dys but no result. still coughing, until now 1 month. what to do?

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Symptoms: This is likely viral and all you can do is treat the symptoms. Mucinex, robitussin, Tylenol, (acetaminophen) rest, stay well hydrated, and inhale steam. Hope you are feeling better soon.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Doc wrote: tussis subacute and said no med. x ray is good. no fever. took vibramycin (doxycycline) 7dys but no result. still coughing, until now 1 month. what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary David answered

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