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What can i do to address a cough lasting over long period of time.?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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See doctor...: The cause of a chronic cough is usually bronchospasm from any cause, post-nasal drip, gerd, or a combination of factors. The treatment depends on the underlying cause so see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. If you smoke, smoking cessation is needed to decrease the airway inflammation and your doctor can help with this as well.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

What can i do to address a cough lasting over long period of time.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Ali agreed

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