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22 y/o male. 5,9 - 130 lbs. at the moment i have a terrible dry cough that has been getting pretty painful and has been going on for about a week. its to the point where its keeping me from sleep. i have tried many different otc and nothing works?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor, as your cough seems severe enough to warrant investigation. Wish you good health!

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/16/2020

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A member asked:

22 y/o male. 5,9 - 130 lbs. at the moment i have a terrible dry cough that has been getting pretty painful and has been going on for about a week. its to the point where its keeping me from sleep. i have tried many different otc and nothing works?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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