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I heard that coughing is a bad sign of the heart. but i have a cough that is not constant (i may cough once a day or twice only), so should it be a concern?

Q: i heard that coughing is a bad sign of the heart. but i have a cough that is not constant (i may cough once a day or twice only), so should it be a concern?

: There are many other possible causes for an infrequent cough, the best to assess in case it becomes an issue would be your primary care doc.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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There are many other possible causes for an infrequent cough, the best to assess in case it becomes an issue would be your primary care doc.

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Answered 6/14/2022

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

The frequency of cough you described is not a cause for concern. If it worsens, you get phlegm or breathing difficulty, see a doctor.

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A member asked:

I heard that coughing is a bad sign of the heart. but i have a cough that is not constant (i may cough once a day or twice only), so should it be a concern?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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