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Mom has persistent mild dry cough mostly at home. coughs up to 5-8 times a day. 46 yr, non smoker. works in cold warehouse. very worried about cancer?

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Cough: Cold air is drying to airway. need to drinks at least 2 quarts of clear fluids per day, wear scarf to keep neck warm. If non-smoker and exposed to carcinogens, cancer unlikely. Get chest x-ray if symptoms persist. if any wheezing, should see her PCP.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 7/3/2017

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