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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology and Gastroenterology
  • Clinical Medicine

Context:

  • Persistent cough is a common and bothersome symptom.
  • Chronic cough significantly affects patients' quality of life, interfering with sleep and daily activities.
  • It drives a substantial number of patients to seek medical attention.

Purpose:

  • To outline the common causes of chronic cough.
  • To emphasize the importance of a systematic diagnostic approach.

Summary:

  • The most frequent causes of chronic cough are asthma, postnasal drip syndrome, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), often occurring in combination.
  • A rational diagnostic protocol can identify the underlying cause in approximately 90% of chronic cough cases.

Impact:

  • Highlights the effectiveness of a structured investigation in diagnosing chronic cough.
  • Provides a framework for clinicians to manage patients with persistent cough.
  • Reduces patient suffering by identifying and treating the root cause of chronic cough.