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When i take a deep breathe i cough but its dry and my chest is itchy alittle bit . its been a week now. is it allergy? or maybe i inhale my cats hair?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Coughing: There are many reasons you could be coughing to having pneumonia. Make an appointment with your doctor to determinethe cause of your cough.

Answered 4/28/2013

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