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A member asked:
Should i worry about damage from coughing? like, harm to vocal cords or feeling of swelling in back of throat after single coughing fits. breathing ok
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Cough: Coughing should not hury your vocal cords but I am concerned about the swelling in back of your throat. See an ENT specialist to find out what is causing the swelling.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Coughing: Hello, coughing is a normal response to various stimulation. It provides a means to expel mucus from the lungs that can be excessive, carrying irritants or bacteria and also protects the lungs from mucus/irritants from the throat. Since the cough is a normal occurrence, injury to your vocal cords or back of the throat shouldn't be a worry.
Answered 9/19/2013
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