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Had a cough for 4 weeks. chest x-ray clear, not getting better, what could be the problem. no other symptoms, 68 years old, quit smoking 35 years ago
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4 weeks: long time. Get checked for asthma and GERD. I would suggest allergy testing, pulmonary function testing and a CT of your chest. Call for a repeat exam.
Answered 10/18/2014
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