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What Causes Persistent Cough?

Hi, I m a 44 year old woman. I have had a cough on and off mostly on for the last few years. I ve seen many doctors and no one understands why the cough continues. The last couple of days though I have vaginal bleeding, just when the cough gets really hard. I had my pelvic exam about six months ago everything was fine. Should I worry about it?
Thu, 23 Feb 2017
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Hello dear
I understand your concern
Persistent cough could be due to chronic bronchitis, COPD, tuberculosis, allergy.
I would suggest to consult pulmunologist and undergo examination, sputum examination, routine blood tests, pulmonary function test.
Treatment depend on cause.
Meanwhile you can take following treatment:
Cough syrup containing guaifenesin and dextromethorphan (Q tussin CF): 10 ml three times a day
-Drink plenty of lukewarm water
-Steam inhalation 3-4 times a day
-Strepsil throat lozenges (neem and honey flavor):take every 3 hourly
-Avoid cold beverages and exposure to pollutants
- Gargling with warm water with added salt
Hope this may help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar

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What Causes Persistent Cough?

Hello dear I understand your concern Persistent cough could be due to chronic bronchitis, COPD, tuberculosis, allergy. I would suggest to consult pulmunologist and undergo examination, sputum examination, routine blood tests, pulmonary function test. Treatment depend on cause. Meanwhile you can take following treatment: Cough syrup containing guaifenesin and dextromethorphan (Q tussin CF): 10 ml three times a day -Drink plenty of lukewarm water -Steam inhalation 3-4 times a day -Strepsil throat lozenges (neem and honey flavor):take every 3 hourly -Avoid cold beverages and exposure to pollutants - Gargling with warm water with added salt Hope this may help you Best regards Dr. Sagar