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How long could coughing last from a virus?
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Cough: This can vary. With some viruses the cough resolves within a few days of the viral symptoms but there are some viruses that result in coughing that can last for months until treated. Also keep in mind that you are more susceptible to bacterial infections after having had a virus-cough can be a symptom of both and prolonged when you develop each new infection.
Answered 4/13/2013
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