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55 year old heavy coffing does not smoke.he said it his blood pressure meds are cause is this possible?

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Possibly: Blood pressure medications in the ace- inhibitor class can cause persistent coughing in some people. There are others that potentially may aggravate asthma and increase coughing.

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/29/2015

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Yes: Yes ace inhibitors can cause a cough.

Dr Hadied and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/20/2012

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