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Persistent cough
I am having persistent cough for the past one week. I had recovered from the same symptoms just a month back as well. What could be the reason. I am also coughing up lots of mucus and this happens mostly during winters.
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Dr. Akanksha Saxena
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Gurgaon
You could be having post nasal drip and/or reflux, mucus is in favour of post nasal drip. You will need to be examined.
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Book an appointment with an ENT close to you, do not self medicate with OTC cough syrups.
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