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A member asked:

Had a cold start about 7 weeks ago and the cold is gone but i still have a tickle in the back of my throat causing a cough can ot last that long?

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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Post viral syndrome : It is not uncommon to have a chronic cough for weeks after a cold. Do you have any risks for TB? Or other lung diseases? Any fevers? Consult with us to help solve this issue.

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 10/13/2018

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