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Dry cough issue

2025-09-07 09:51:31
My father who is 64 has dry cough at night,who actually was a heavy drinker which test should I do...
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Get the chest xray done first.. Then consult

Answered2025-09-09 06:04:31

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More detailed history is needed, like the associated symptoms, how long he had these etc.
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consult with a Pulmonologist

Answered2025-09-08 15:05:54

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Looks like GERD with the limited history, can take pan 40 bd. simultaneously get evaluated for other causes

Answered2025-09-08 08:09:37

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Connect for further evaluation and treatment

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kindly connect..need to find a cause

Answered2025-09-07 17:11:22

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Get chest xray , cbc , PFT

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Pl consult with detailed history for further evaluation and treatment.

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