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I was wondering what this god awful itch is in the inside of my chest. i have a severe cough too and didn't know if they were connected. please help. ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Itching chest: This is an unusual symptom. The cough may mean infection or asthma. Be checked. All the best.

Answered 4/11/2016

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