Chronic Cough
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A chronic cough is one that goes on for an extended period and does not let up as a temporary cough would. More than a disease in itself, it is usually a sign that something deserves attention.
How it presents: It can be dry or with phlegm, persistent or intermittent, and sometimes is accompanied by throat clearing, chest discomfort, or disrupted sleep.
Possible causes: Among them are respiratory processes, allergies, reflux, or environmental irritants.
Which specialist evaluates it? The pulmonologist focuses on the airways and the lungs, the otolaryngologist on the throat and upper airways, and the internist or family physician offer a general view. If the cough does not go away over time, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional to find its origin.
Data on 994 doctors who treat chronic cough
Which specialist treats chronic cough?
Chronic cough is mainly evaluated by a pulmonologist, a specialist in respiratory conditions, or by an otolaryngologist (ENT) if it relates to the throat or nasal passages; a general practitioner or internal medicine physician can be your first point of contact. In children, a pediatric pulmonologist is the specialist to see. See a specialist if the cough persists for several weeks.
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Doctors specialized in chronic cough
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is chronic cough?
A chronic cough is one that goes on for an extended period and does not let up as a temporary cough would. More than a disease in itself, it is usually a sign that something deserves attention.
Which doctor treats chronic cough?
Chronic cough is mainly evaluated by a pulmonologist, a specialist in respiratory conditions, or by an otolaryngologist (ENT) if it relates to the throat or nasal passages; a general practitioner or internal medicine physician can be your first point of contact. In children, a pediatric pulmonologist is the specialist to see. See a specialist if the cough persists for several weeks.