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Posted on Mon, 28 Oct 2019
Question: Hi, i am 19 years old living in New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX My cough is just not going away. I am otherwise very healthy with no issues whatsoever but i keep coughing. It has been going on since last 2 months. Can it be due to air pollution? Also, it is mainly when I'm working out or playing sports (basketball) it gets intense at that time
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, possibility of allergic bronchitis is more likely.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, air pollution can cause this kind of coughing.
Actually air pollution causes allergic bronchitis which ultimately leads to cough.
So in my opinion, you should definitely get done chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
You will need anti allergic and antihistamine combination.
Please let me know if you already done chest x ray or PFT.
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Hi, I Am 19 Years Old Living In New XXXXXXX

Brief Answer: Yes, possibility of allergic bronchitis is more likely. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor forum. I can understand your concern. Yes, air pollution can cause this kind of coughing. Actually air pollution causes allergic bronchitis which ultimately leads to cough. So in my opinion, you should definitely get done chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). You will need anti allergic and antihistamine combination. Please let me know if you already done chest x ray or PFT. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.