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Can holding in a cough frequently overtime negatively affect my throat?
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Answered 12/9/2021
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Coughs are an important way to mobilize secretions and should not be held in. Of course, it is always good practice to cover your mouth when you cough to protect other people.
Answered 12/12/2021
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