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Persistent cough for few weeks
My father is 77years old and suffering from persistent cough for past few weeks. He used to smoke until 2017. He quit after 40+ years of smoking. He however continues to chew tobacco
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Hi. I understand your concern s. He will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation.consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest
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Please consult a pulmonologist in your area ASAP.
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Dr. Sarthak Rastogi
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16 yrs exp
Mumbai
please visit a pulmonologist, because of his smoking he might have lungs weakened by it. A pulmonologist can check and order the test to find the cause for his cough
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