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Is it Time to Do Something About Your Chronic Cough? Learn When to Consult an Allergist

Is it Time to Do Something About Your Chronic Cough? Learn When to Consult an Allergist

During the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is understandable that many people are concerned about their cough. Once they start coughing seemingly for no reason, they might rush out to get a COVID-19 test. This is a wise thing to do, but too often, when they get a negative response, they stop there and assume that the cough is nothing serious.

They might be right – it be nothing serious, and it might go away after a few days or weeks. However, if that cough does not seem to stop, at what point should they talk to their local allergist to get help? At what point does a cough become a chronic cough? Keep reading for answers to these and other questions, then contact Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group at 805-658-9500 for help.

Defining a Chronic Cough

First, know that if you have had your cough for eight weeks or more, then it is considered a chronic cough, and you should see a doctor. However, the most common causes of a chronic cough are related to allergy and/or asthma. As a result, we recommend seeing an allergist. This is doubly true if the cough comes along with other symptoms like nasal drip, heartburn, or wheezing.

We Can Treat Your Chronic Cough in a Number of Ways

When you work with Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group, you are working with allergists that are true experts in both diagnosing the underlying use behind the chronic cough and treating it. Depending on the specifics of your case, this might involve performing pulmonary function tests, asthma and allergy tests, or other tests to check for acid reflux issues.

Once we know what you are dealing with, we can look at your particular risk factors, take into account any medications you are on, and find the right personalized treatment plan to bring you relief. As time goes on, we can adjust this plan to best meet your medical needs.

You Do Not Have to Suffer from a Chronic Cough

Unless a person has dealt with a chronic cough, they might not understand just how much it can affect a person. It can keep you up all night, make you hesitant to participate in social events, and it can be quite painful. Other treatments can act like band-aids and reduce the symptoms for a short period of time, but you deserve relief.

The best way to get that relief is to treat the underlying condition – not just the cough. When you work with Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group, we will work tirelessly to find the true cause. Contact us now at 805-658-9500 for an appointment with an experienced allergist.