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Is a dry cough contagious?
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Maybe, maybe not: A "dry" cough may be as innocuous as a result of post nasal drip or drug allergy (ie ace inhibitors)..But may also be as serious as tb. A cxr and full work up should be performed.
Answered 5/16/2020
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