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Had feeling of needing to cough and up right back pain for 12 weeks. 3xray and bloods. all normal respitry specialist not concerned. cancer?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Dry cough: First, you do not have cancer. Second, i would consult an allergist because you may have an allergic condition. Third if the allergist finds nothing consult a gastroenterologist to make sure you dont have gastro esophageal reflux.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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