A member asked:

I have this really bad cough with mucous that causes me to make a honking noise also causes pain in chest. any idea what it is?

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Determine cause: Chronic cough is most commonly due to 3 conditions: asthma, post-nasal drip, or GERD (heartburn). You might have one or a combination of all three. Post-viral cough is also very common and can last for weeks. Further workup by Allergist is helpful as they can perform a more detailed assessment including skin testing, pulmonary function testing, etc. Treatment will depend on cause.

Answered 2/3/2016

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

You need to be seen: No way to tell without at least an examination and possibly a chest x-ray. Could be bronchitis, tracheitis, asthma, pneumonia, etc.

Answered 2/3/2016

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