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2022-12-19 16:19:01
What is somatic cough? Any medication? Any tests to identify? Is it common after covid? What's best to do for it?
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before terming it as somatic, rule out whether its actually related to the chest via a cxr pa view

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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment

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

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Pl consult psychiatrist and have good counseling.

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before deciding that rule out all the possible common causes of cough

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