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Cough for 3 months. given montelukast for post nasal drip. cough worse now. having lots of irritation while i am breathing. what should i do?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Pulm function test: These are breathing test done as an out patient which determine is you have functional breathing disorders. You should also be checked for acid reflux.

Answered 10/1/2013

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Te-see doctor...: Possible etiologies for your symptoms include bronchospasm from any cause, gerd, ongoing sinus problems or a combination of these. If you have ever smoked, you need an aggressive work up to discover the etiology of your cough, including possible malignancy, chronic bronchitis, a form of copd. See your doctor as you will need a more extensive evaluation do that the proper treatment can be rendered.

Answered 4/23/2013

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