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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Productive Cough
My son 56 has worked for the same company for 35 years and he has a chronic cough with muscus. He coughs all the time- at least once evey couple hours. He also gets winded after a short walk. We believe it s due to the pollution from his job. What type of a docter should he see for this problem??
Mon, 9 Jan 2017
Hi,
As per your query about treatment of persistent productive cough and if you suspect its due to pollution inhalation, it may become a serious disorder like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or any other infectious disease like tuberculosis.
I advise you to consult a pulmonologist for the right treatment. Investigation like x-ray chest with blood and sputum is needed for a proper diagnosis.
I hope the information helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jyoti Pandey
As per your query about treatment of persistent productive cough and if you suspect its due to pollution inhalation, it may become a serious disorder like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or any other infectious disease like tuberculosis.
I advise you to consult a pulmonologist for the right treatment. Investigation like x-ray chest with blood and sputum is needed for a proper diagnosis.
I hope the information helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jyoti Pandey
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