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Been sick for a month. started with sore throat, then runny nose, then a cough. now it turned into hoarse coughs. why is it taking a long time to heal?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Cough: A persistent cough can be from several factors including post nasal drip from nasal allergies, chronic sinusitis, asthma and acid reflux. In your case i suspect either a sinus infection or perhaps asthma. It is time to get it checked.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

Been sick for a month. started with sore throat, then runny nose, then a cough. now it turned into hoarse coughs. why is it taking a long time to heal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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