Chronic Cough

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Chronic Cough

Chronic cough is defined as any cough which has been present for more than 2 months. It can be a cause for social embarrassment specially for the younger population. It can decrease quality of life and hinder work/ decrease performance for some professionals like singers, actors, teachers etc.

Some causes of chronic cough

Asthma

Sinus problems

Throat problems

Acidity/reflux

TB

Cancer

Some medicines

Anxiety

Tests required to diagnose Chronic cough

Chest X-ray

X-ray of the sinuses

Pulmonary Function Test with reversibility

Blood tests –eosinophil count and serum IeG level