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I have weird itching sensations in my lungs (not on my skin) and a bad dry cough, but no sinus or breathing problems. never had allergies or asthma.

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

You need to be: examined/have your chest listened to. It sounds like you could be wheezing. Even without a history of asthma or allergies, it is possible to have them now. It also could be a sign of bronchitis or pneumonia, so please call your doctor and get checked.

Dr Heldman agreed

Answered 11/18/2015

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A member asked:

I have weird itching sensations in my lungs (not on my skin) and a bad dry cough, but no sinus or breathing problems. never had allergies or asthma.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Heldman agreed

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