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I have been coughing for 3 weeks after flu. i get coughing fits only when talking. should i see a doctor?

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Cough: Hyperreactivity after influenza can last weeks. It is ok to wait another week or two as long as you are trending better and don't have fever, chills, or shortness of breath. If you believe you are not improving or are getting worse, by all means see your doctor.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/4/2018

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