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What Causes Persistent Cough Along With Itching In Throat?

hello doctor i was cleaning something up and wiped it with alot of detol, and i forgot to wash my hands and i ate crisps wothout washing my hands and now my mouth feels funny i am coughing because it feels itchy and also my mouth doesnt feel right i have drank lots of water and nothing helps?
posted on Wed, 15 Jul 2015
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Hello,

I don't think that eating with unwashed hands is dangerous. You may need some time to feel better. Just drink water and eat normally.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Persistent Cough Along With Itching In Throat?

Hello, I don t think that eating with unwashed hands is dangerous. You may need some time to feel better. Just drink water and eat normally. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician