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I got sick about 3 weeks ago. my cough still has not gone away. what can i do?
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Residual effect: Of bronchitis . Go see your dr for a more thorough exam to include a chest x-ray . Take care!
Answered 3/23/2013
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Post-viral: Particularly if you had a respiratory virus, the post-infection "stuff" (inflammatory products/waste/etc.) can induce a dry/annoying cough, oh and last for six weeks! :( your dr can prescribe a short burst of steroids to try to help shut down the response.
Answered 3/23/2013
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