Causes of a Constant, Continuous, Chronic or Persistent Cough
Have you had a constant, continuous or persistent cough for weeks? Coughing is a life-preserving reflex that keeps your airway clear. Although annoying, it is essential.
Duration of your cough helps distinguish its cause. Acute coughs, lasting around 2 to 3 weeks, are usually associated with:
Whereas, a chronic cough lasts much longer. Some causes of chronic cough are:
- GERD
- COPD
- asthma
- allergies
- smoking
- lung cancer
- tuberculosis
- mesothelioma
- cystic fibrosis
- pulmonary fibrosis
- Sjogrens syndrome
Also, a chronic cough is a side effect of certain blood pressure medication, such as Capoten, Vesotec, Zestril and Prinivil. Watch this video to learn more.
If you have a constant, continuous, persistent, chronic cough coupled with overall “lousy” feeling, see your doctor right away for diagnosis and treatment.
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