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What should my mom do if she has this cough for 5 years off and on?
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Be seen by MD: Chronic coughing could be caused by many illnesses especially chronic bronchitis. It could also be caused by asthma, acid reflux, tobacco smoking, allergies, lung tumors, emphysema, copd, etc. It could also be caused by a speicific blood pressure medication like an ace inhibitor. Best to do is to see an md.
Answered 7/9/2015
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