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Every time i have a cold i get coughing fits. can't control them with medication. i feel like i'm choking, runny nose, tears, sore stomach muscles. ?
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Dr. Nayla Mumnehanswered
Allergy and Immunology 31 years experience
Asthma?: A persistent cough after a cold can be asthma, or reactive airway disease. Post nasal drip can also cause a bad cough. See an allergist to determine which is what.
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