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2021-05-24 13:12:31
My mother is having dry chronic cough since years. But in some weeks it increases more and kind of irritating to hear, She is a smoker since years, Is there a treatment available for chronic cough and what is the reason for this??
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Stop smoking Get chest x ray done atleast Treatment will be decided based on investigations

Answered2021-05-24 13:57:45

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Hi. I understand your concern s. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription

Answered2021-05-24 13:27:07

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