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Dx'd mild pneumonia. took antibiotics 10 days. ended 2 1/2 weeks ago. dr said lungs sound pristine. still slight dry cough if i sing and at nite.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Common: Dry residual cough is common following lung infections. Stay well hydrated, keep the heat at a minimum, a humidifier may help.

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Answered 2/20/2015

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A member asked:

Dx'd mild pneumonia. took antibiotics 10 days. ended 2 1/2 weeks ago. dr said lungs sound pristine. still slight dry cough if i sing and at nite.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Ungerleider and 2 doctors agreed

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