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When do i need to see a doctor about a cough that just won't go away? (since june 22nd) i've already had covid, i'm negative right now (test i took today). no known allergies, not a smoker. sports is mostly ok while slow, but coughing wakes me up?

Q: when do i need to see a doctor about a cough that just won't go away? (since june 22nd) i've already had covid, i'm negative right now (test i took today). no known allergies, not a smoker. sports is mostly ok while slow, but coughing wakes me up?

: An unexplained cough lasting more than 2 weeks should be evaluated by a doctor. In your case, it may be a residual effect of Covid, but it would be prudent to see a doctor if it is not gone in a week or so.

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An unexplained cough lasting more than 2 weeks should be evaluated by a doctor. In your case, it may be a residual effect of Covid, but it would be prudent to see a doctor if it is not gone in a week or so.

Answered 7/6/2022

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A member asked:

When do i need to see a doctor about a cough that just won't go away? (since june 22nd) i've already had covid, i'm negative right now (test i took today). no known allergies, not a smoker. sports is mostly ok while slow, but coughing wakes me up?

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