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I have been having persistent cough for many weeks now. have been a frequent smoker. off late, ive been experiencing fatigue, major loss of appetite and ive started to feel my muscles tire out even without physical exertion.
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It might be due to several causes. Pls get a chest xray and follow up at my mumbai clinic.
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