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Posted on Sat, 22 Feb 2020
Question: I have a really hard cough that is almost like vomiting. I've had it for a couple years, and it seems to be getting worse. I'm not sure if it's genetic or something I'm exposing myself to.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Get done chest x-ray and PFT.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on 'Ask A Doctor' service...
I can understand your concern.

Chronic cough with expectoration is commonly seen with bronchiectasis, bronchitis, tuberculosis, etc. I don't think it is genetic.

So better to consult pulmonologist in person and get done clinical examination of the respiratory system, chest x-ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).

The chest x-ray is needed for bronchiectasis and tuberculosis... PFT is a must for the diagnosis of bronchitis.

So better to consult pulmonologists and discuss all these.

Hope I have solved your query.
I will be happy to help you further.
Wish you good health.
Thanks

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I Have A Really Hard Cough That Is Almost Like

Brief Answer: Get done chest x-ray and PFT. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on 'Ask A Doctor' service... I can understand your concern. Chronic cough with expectoration is commonly seen with bronchiectasis, bronchitis, tuberculosis, etc. I don't think it is genetic. So better to consult pulmonologist in person and get done clinical examination of the respiratory system, chest x-ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). The chest x-ray is needed for bronchiectasis and tuberculosis... PFT is a must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. So better to consult pulmonologists and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks