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Chronic Cough (cont.)

Can chronic cough be prevented?

  • Don't smoke, as smoking is the most common cause of chronic cough.

  • Talk to your physician about managing your asthma, postnasal drip, or GERD to avoid cough symptoms.

  • Stay away from others known to be sick with bronchitis or pneumonia.

  • Eat fruit. Research suggests that diets high in fruit fiber and flavonoids may prevent chronic productive cough.

References: National Lung Health Education Program; "Chronic Cough," www.nlhep.org. UpToDate; Patient information: Chronic cough in adults. Medscape.com. "Diet High in Fruit Fiber and Flavonoids May Prevent Chronic Productive Cough."


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