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Coughs 24/7 even sleeping hours. propped up with two pillows. not sick/asthma. heavy smoker. coughing 6mos or more. could this be copd? congested 24/7
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Pulm. Visit: I would suggest an eval by a lung specialist. It is important to analyze the sputum, perform lung function testing and to obtain an imaging study. I hope that you can try to quit. The American Lung Association can help if you give them a call. Congestion can cause post nasal drip and you can try a decongestant at night. This can contribute to your cough, but since you smoke, pls visit M.D.
Answered 7/23/2020
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