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I cough a lot and can't sleep what can it be?
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Cough: Chronic cough has to be investigated. It may be one of several things, bronchitis, pleurisy, acid reflux, non specific lung conditions etc. You probably have acid reflux as the cough occurs at night.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Chronic cough: Many causes of peristent cough, including chronic bronchitis, asthma, brochial tumors, allergies, post nasal drip, reflux and more. Best to get evaluated for what is causing it for you.
Answered 10/24/2017
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