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  • 20/02/2025

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I'm really worried about my mom's cough situation. We've been to the doctor, but nothing seems to be helping her. Whenever she starts coughing, it goes on for a long time and only stops when we nebulize her. It tends to happen around 8 to 8:30 pm and sometimes when she's eating. It feels like no medication is working for her. What could be causing this, and is there anything else we can try to help her?

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Dr. Dr Ibrahim Salah

Dr Ibrahim Salah

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  • 2+ Yrs
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take duolin syrup

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