Non stop coughing after chest surgery - what to do?

Discuss: In general, post-operative difficulties are first discussed with surgeon in conjunction with primary care physician. Depending the specifics, additional specialists are enlisted. Given limited information of question, probably benefit from collaborative care between thoracic surgeon, primary care physician, and pulmonologist.

Take your meds: Must clear the secretions and expand the remaining lung. When that is done, the cough will recede.