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What Causes Persistent Cough That Has A Metallic After Taste?

I have a persistent cough that has a metallic after taste to it, when I cough it causes wheezing and shortness of breath. When I use an inhaler it gets rid of the wheezing but I still have phlem in my through that seems to be causing the cough. What would most likely be the root?
Mon, 18 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent cough that has a metallic after taste which is due to chronic lung infection or bronchitis. It is due to impaired immunity of body. Need not to worry much. I would suggest you to visit pulmonologist once and get it examined. You should go for pulmonary function tests and x-ray chest as well to check exact level of infection. Start treatment only after proper prescription. Drink plenty of water. Take hot milk rich in turmeric as it will boost immunity. You need inhaled bronchodilators and antihistamine drug. You should use mist humidifiers in room. You should take cough expectorants as well.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Cough That Has A Metallic After Taste?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent cough that has a metallic after taste which is due to chronic lung infection or bronchitis. It is due to impaired immunity of body. Need not to worry much. I would suggest you to visit pulmonologist once and get it examined. You should go for pulmonary function tests and x-ray chest as well to check exact level of infection. Start treatment only after proper prescription. Drink plenty of water. Take hot milk rich in turmeric as it will boost immunity. You need inhaled bronchodilators and antihistamine drug. You should use mist humidifiers in room. You should take cough expectorants as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari