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Chronic Cough (Allergy-Related)

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Overview

Chronic cough lasting more than 8 weeks can be triggered or worsened by allergies, post-nasal drip, asthma, or other conditions. Allergy evaluation can identify contributing factors.

symptoms

  • Cough lasting 8+ weeks
  • Often worse at night or with exposure to allergens
  • May be associated with post-nasal drip, throat clearing
  • Wheezing or shortness of breath in some

triggers

  • Post-nasal drip from allergic rhinitis
  • Allergic asthma
  • Environmental allergens
  • GERD or other causes to rule out

testing

  • Allergy testing
  • Spirometry if asthma suspected
  • Consider chest imaging or ENT referral when indicated

treatment

approach

  • Treat underlying allergy (nasal steroids, antihistamines)
  • Address asthma if present
  • Reduce allergen exposure

medications

  • Nasal corticosteroids
  • Antihistamines
  • Inhaled corticosteroids if asthma

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