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I have had a chronic productive cough for over 15 years. seen pulmonary spec. an ent. what are some causes. been tested for most issues. ?
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Causes: Common causes for chronic cough include gastroesophageal reflux, allergies, asthma, postnasal drip, ACE-I inhibitors, COPD, and autoimmune disorder. Consider seeing a gastroenterologist if pulmonary and ENT have not found the cause.
Answered 6/24/2015
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