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My 12 year old asthmatic child is coughing constantly during the day. chest is sore. puffers used no relief. should i take him to the doctor?

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Asthma: What "puffer"? is it steroid or rescue? Yes, of course you need to take him to the doctor or urgent care without further delay.

Answered 4/23/2016

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Yes: Persistent cough with an asthmatic should certainly be evaluated for asthma excacerbation or pneumonia. Please see your doctor or if unavailable see an urgent care or emergency room.

Answered 4/23/2016

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