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Why does coughing start when i start to fall asleep?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Multiple causes: Could be your airway collapsing (sleep apnea) as you transition from wake to sleep. Other common causes of cough that's worse/only present at night include acid reflux, and post nasal drip. See you doctor and get a more thorough evaluation/history. Appropriate testing, if indicated, will happen from that point. Good luck!
Answered 6/22/2017
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Coughing: If it begins when you are supine it could be due to post nasal drip.
Answered 6/28/2020
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