Talk to Ent Specialist on Cough For More Than 1 Month
Asking for Wife, Female, 31 years old, Islamabad
I would like to seek guidance regarding my wife’s prolonged cough, which has persisted for more than one month. She was diagnosed with a sinus-related issue and has been on medication for three weeks, but there has been no improvement. She has also consulted a pulmonologist; her lungs are clear and no chest-related issues were found. Genetic specialist tests were also conducted, with normal results.
Kindly advise on the next steps. Also, please let us know whether an initial consultation can be done via video call or if an in-person visit is required.
Dr. Shehla Arshad Khan - General Physician
MBBS, MRCP – UK, ARDMS, Certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid Course, Certified in FamMed essentials | Karachi
1 month cough + ENT normal + lungs clear
Most likely:
post-viral coug
cough-variant asthma
silent reflux
Is she on ACE inhibitors for BP
Next best step:
spirometry
You can book an online appointment with all previous medications and test for a complete thorough review
it's completely treatable after taking some medicine don't you worry detailed history required kindly book appointment with me
Book online appointment please
please visit for a detailed upper airway examination
book online appointment
I understand your wife has been experiencing a persistent cough for more than a month, and initial investigations haven't revealed a clear cause. To best advise you on the next steps, could you please clarify a few things?
1. What specific medications has she been taking for her sinus issue?
2. Has she experienced any other symptoms besides the cough, such as:
* Nasal congestion or drainage?
* Sore throat?
* Heartburn or acid reflux?
* Postnasal drip?
* Fever, chills, or night sweats?
* Shortness of breath or wheezing?
3. Is the cough dry or productive (does she cough up phlegm)? If productive, what color is the phlegm?
4. Has she had any recent exposure to irritants, such as smoke, dust, or allergens?
5. Does she have any history of allergies or asthma?
Once I have this information, I can provide more targeted advice.
Regarding your question about a video consultation, whether an initial consultation can be done via video call or if an in-person visit is required depends on the policies and capabilities of the healthcare provider or clinic you are consulting. Please check with your healthcare provider's office.
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