I have been experiencing a dry cough (sukhi khansi) for the past 8 months. I have taken antibiotics and anti allergic medications several times, but there has been little improvement. My chest Xray and blood tests are normal. I work in the teaching profession. Could you please advise what might be causing this persistent cough and what steps I should take to treat it effectively?

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Dr Hema Pratima

General Practitioner

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9+ Yrs

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Chronic dry cough can be due to acid reflux, asthma, or postnasal drip. Since tests are normal, consult a pulmonologist or ENT for further evaluation.

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