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Have dry, tickling cough attacks in the night, tight lungs/chest, and hoarseness. what is this, and how should i treat it?

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Dr. Michael Rosenfield answered

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Could be asthma: Symptoms of cough that occur in cold air or at night could signal some mild asthma or allergies developing. See is being in warm bathroom with shower running to create a spa affect, try an over the counter antihistamine and if that does not help you should see your doctor.

Answered 4/23/2013

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A member asked:

Have dry, tickling cough attacks in the night, tight lungs/chest, and hoarseness. what is this, and how should i treat it?

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