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I have a cough that's worse at night and first in the morning, feels like grit in my throat. could it be asthma? my gp thinks it's a viral infection.

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Dr. Richard Williams answered

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Yes and no: The best way to make the "rule out"diagnosis of asthma is with spirometry. This wil determine is there is any obstruction issue.

Answered 12/9/2020

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A member asked:

I have a cough that's worse at night and first in the morning, feels like grit in my throat. could it be asthma? my gp thinks it's a viral infection.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Williams answered

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