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I've been experiencing flu like symptoms. at night i cough constantly but during the day i'm fine. what can i do with regards to the cough?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Nasal saline : Please use nasal saline to reduce post nasal drip and cough. If you have persistent fever,cough, please see your physician.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/18/2019

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