Q: I have developed an episodic but chronic cough. My wife thought it could be due to my acid reflux. Is that a real thing? A: We cough to protect our airway or because something irritates the airway.

Have a cough that won’t seem to go away? Has it lasted longer than eight weeks? You should go to your doctor. Any cough lasting more than eight weeks is considered chronic and is not likely to go away ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Most cases are benign and resolve spontaneously. The most common causes are post-infectious, asthma or ...

A cough lasting over eight weeks, known as a chronic cough, signals potential underlying issues like asthma, reflux, or heart ...

When pressed, Mr. W admitted to having a “nagging flu.” Specifically, he had been coughing on and off for several months and more recently had become increasingly short of breath. Previously in good ...

Causes of cough: While an acute cough usually fades within three weeks, a chronic cough can linger for two months or more (Image: Pexels) For many, it’s a fleeting irritation. For others, it’s a daily ...

Mrs. A’s case illustrates the challenge presented by chronic cough, as she was presumptively treated for the more usual causes (i.e., postnasal drip, GERD, asthma, and allergic rhinitis), with no ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 70-year-old female in excellent health, and I have a very healthy diet and fitness regimen. But I have had a persistent dry cough for 20 or so years. After seeing many doctors, ...

Here's when to worry about your cat's cough, according to a veterinarian. Just like you, your cat may occasionally cough a ...