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I have this dry hacking cough - frequent - and has been going on for 2 months it seems. i have gerd (take medication), use a cpap...it wont stop.help?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Met: An inbox consultation is available to review your case. From your description, aspiration and bronchospasm are possible causes of your cough.

Answered 9/9/2016

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A member asked:

I have this dry hacking cough - frequent - and has been going on for 2 months it seems. i have gerd (take medication), use a cpap...it wont stop.help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

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