Does Asthma have a history with a chronic cough?
966623
Coughing and asthma CAN go hand-in-hand, though not always. You can have mild/moderate/severe bronchitis which is almost always associated with a cough that can produce asthma. The asthma, over time, can produce bronchitis. Let your doc look you over. They can help you.
318344
Alleric cough is usually caused by allergic rhinitis and post nasal drip which irritates the throat causing a dry cough. Take an antihistamine or prescription allergy med and a corticosteroid nasal spray.
508722
d you mean asthma? your doctor will dignose you with that..some symptoms are coughing alot,some times at night..wheezing hard to breath..you should talk to your doctor there are medacines you can take ..my 2 sons have it thats how i know all about it..if you have any ore questions ask me
523865
You probably will have PFT's, Pulmonary Function Tests, where you will breath in and out of equipment that allows the technician to record your lung capacity, and other measurements.  The doctor also will listen to your lungs to determine the extent and kind of weasing, crackles, and other indications.  You probably will have a chest xray (CXR), possibly a CT scan. Be sure you understand what the doctor tells you.  If you are prescribed asthma inhalers, such as Albuterol, Atrovent, Advair, and they don't really help you after a couple of months, then do get another opinion.  I know someone who was told she had adult onset asthma, then also some emphysema.  After three years of getting worse, she went to a university/teaching hospital and found that she had neither.  If you "think" you have asthma, then maybe your symptoms aren't too bad, but they can get much worse.  It's a good idea to keep a time record of significant problems or symptoms for future reference, and for your doc or a new doc.  Also obtain copies of test results to have in case you do go to a new doc.  Hope asthma is all you have, you can still have a basically normal life.
1180792
If I was you I would have a doctor check this out to see if you do have asthma. If you smoke even if it is pot you will have problems with this because my son did and it caused him to have a type of asthma attacks. Be honest with yourself and your family and your doctor. You don't want lung trouble like some that I know GOOD LUCK
29203
"Asthma is a disease of the human respiratory system in which the airways narrow, often in response to a “trigger” such as exposure to an allergen, cold air, exercise, or emotional stress. This narrowing causes symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing, which are the hallmarks of asthma".
518078
In the majority of cases, coughs are caused by respiratory infections, including:\n• colds or influenza, the most common causes of coughs\n• bronchitis, an inflammation of the mucous membranes of the bronchial tubes\n• croup, a viral inflammation of the larynx, windpipe, and bronchial passages that produces a bark-like cough in children\n• whooping cough, a bacterial infection accompanied by the high-pitched cough for which it is named\n• pneumonia, a potentially serious bacterial infection that produces discolored or bloody mucus\n• tuberculosis, another serious bacterial infection that produces bloody sputum
685529
Common asthma symptoms include: \nCoughing. Coughing from asthma is often worse at night or early in the morning, making it hard to sleep. \nWheezing. Wheezing is a whistling or squeaky sound when you breathe. \nChest tightness. This can feel like something is squeezing or sitting on your chest. \nShortness of breath. Some people say they can't catch their breath, or they feel breathless or out of breath. You may feel like you can't get enough air in or out of your lungs. \nFaster breathing or noisy breathing. \nThe only way to know for sure would be to see your doctor.
546664
Did you let your doctor know that you still have the cough? If you doctor is not addressing this than you need to see a different doctor. Your cough could be due to allergies, asthma, post nasal drip, etc...  You could try Claritin and Mucinex, which is over-the-counter medicine. These may help if the cough is due to allergies. Let your doctor know that the cough is not any better and if he can't help you find another one ASAP.
916758
if you cough alot it usually comes up.
1127794
Well my friend had the same problem when she started to cough she just couldn't stop she thought she had something in her lungs but she went to different doctors and nothing. Until one day A doctor told her it was a bacterial problem , she started to use listerine and use plastic throw away cups and week later her coughing fits has completly stoped.
993083
An ongoing cough is usually a sign of an underlying illness. If you've had this cough for more than 2 weeks, you should see a doctor. It's possible you have asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, or any number of other illnesses.
250781
If given on a regular basis, yes. I have heard that it is better for you to let your kids cough because that is the body's way of dislodging phlem and other irritants. If the cough is phlemmy and sounds wet are you giving an expectorant? If it is a dry cough then it might be a sign of something more serious like asthma. Though when in doubt call your pediatrician.
677133
It is true that cigarette smoking is the #1 cause of chronic bronchitis. Even though she doesn't smoke now, did she used to? If not, then the next most common causes are repeated repiratory infections as a child and atmospheric pollutants(such as sulfur and nitrogen). It is characterized by excessive mucus production,chronic inflammation and swelling of the small airways, and bronchospasm(to name a few).There is no cure, but there are maintenance drugs and therapies, as well as lifestyle changes to help alleviate some of the symptoms. It is best for her to stay away from cigarette smoke and other inhaled irritants. She should also avoid contact with people who have an existing respiratory infection(especially influenza). Yearly influenza immunizations are strongly recommended, as well as a pneumococcal vaccine every five years. Her doctor may put her on a bronchodilator(such as albuterol, or ipratropium bromide)to induce bronchial smooth muscle relaxation, and/or a mucolytic(acetylcysteine)to enhance mobilization of secretions(mucus). If the mucus accumulation is bothersome or she is unable to produce an effective cough, bronchial hygiene would be helpful. Something easily done at home is chest percussion. Have her lay on her back, and with a cupped hand, pound(carefully but forcefully)all areas of her back. Then have her roll onto each side, raising her arm above her head and do the same thing. This will help loosen the mucus that is impacted in her airways so she can cough it up and will also help her breathe better. If she is not already she may need to be on oxygen, even at home. If you want to do something for her, help her get educated on the disease she has, it's process, and things she can do to manage it. Also make sure that she is following her doctor's orders! Hope this helps! Good luck and I wish her well!
217774
Once Diagnosed with Asthma, you will always have Asthma.  You can go years w/o an attack, but it will always be there.
901381
JP is right.  Without knowing what is making you cough, it is difficult to prescribe something. Best to go to the doctor. \n\nHaving said that, the most common form of persistent cough is caused by post-nasal drip. Post-nasal drip is mucous that drips onto the back of the tongue, causing the throat tickling and sympathetic coughing.  Less common types of coughing come are bronchial, based on inflammation of the lungs. \n\nTo combat post-nasal drip, it is easiest to just take a ephedra-based antihistimine pill like pseudoephedrine.  If you insist on drinking something, then you can take ma-huang.  However, only take it in the morning because ma-huang contains ephedrine - which will juice you up like a caffeine. \n\nIMHO, best to just pop the pseudofed.  Harmless if it doesn't work. Cheap. Works quickly.
180302
Yes, that is what I have.  To be honest with you though, because of my age, I've wondered if it is really Asthma, or some kind of conjested heart failure symptom.\n\nI have never smoked, nor does Asthma run in my family.\n\nI do take a steroid, and an Abuuterol inhaler.