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What Causes Chronic Cough Along With Chest Pain And Wheezing?

I have always been extra sensitive to cigarette smoke. 3 weeks ago I sat in one of the few smoking restaurants near a table of smokers....I had a meeting. I left after being around the smoking for an hour, rode home with my windows down partially. I have had this chronic cough, chest hurting, wheezing, headache occasionally, ears hurting...for much of the 3 weeks. Took a Z Pac. Tried nebulizer. Better for a few days then back worse after I had been outside in cold air a little and around animals at the Zoo in buildings. If I get up and start coughing, I get dizzy. First Urgent Care visit, NP said bronchitis. Second visit, Doctor said emphysema, probably due to secondhand smoke exposure as a child. My dad was a very heavy smoker and had COPD. Your take on this? Should I have some tests done? Will the coughing fit run its course soon? I have noticed shortness of breath lately and attributed it to a small weight gain.
Thu, 29 Nov 2018
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Hello,

Consult a pulmonologist and get evaluated. A chest X-ray is required for further assessment. Most probably you will improve with antibiotics.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Chronic Cough Along With Chest Pain And Wheezing?

Hello, Consult a pulmonologist and get evaluated. A chest X-ray is required for further assessment. Most probably you will improve with antibiotics. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician