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Persistent dry cough

2026-07-30 07:22:34
Suffering from dry cough with no mucus. Comes and goes every year. No fever. Chest pain is there. Have taken montas and some antibiotics but still the dry cough has not gone away. It has been 1 month
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Could be allergic bronchitis , or it could be post viral cough , consult for further evaluation.

Answered2026-08-03 14:58:53

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Take antitussives cough syrup containing dextromethorphan As it appears every year may be due to seasonal changes Get a pulmonary function test done to rule out asthma or other airway disease
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Do consult on call or visit pulmonologist

Answered2026-07-30 18:06:42

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Chest x ray is normal ,no need to worry, antibiotics are not indicated,can get rid off this easily contact for medication

Answered2026-07-30 09:58:32

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May be due to allergy. Pl identify allergens and avoid them. Pl consult.

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looks like bronchitis..kindly connect

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Chest x ray appears to be normal. Could be bronchitis. Better consult a Pulmonologist

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Could be allergic bronchitis
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Consult a pulmonologist with detailed history

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