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Suggest Remedy For Non-productive Cough On Exertion
I ve had a dry cough for about a week or two now. It only appears when I go up stairs or do an activity that requires heavy breathing or laying down. It s more like a tickle in my throat, but it s really annoying and frustrating when I m trying to sleep and my cough doesn t make me feel better
Tue, 28 Feb 2017
Breathlessness on exertion could be a cardiac problem. Do an ecg and treadmill test. Check your heart's compliance or heavy work. If all normal,then we can come to airway. Work increase the oxygen need and if you are previously asthmatic, your lungs may struggle and may cause airway constriction. Check whether you have wheeze or not.
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It may be seasonal... Or a rare variety of asthma called exercise induced asthma. Get tests to rule out asthma
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