What Can Cause A Persistent Cough?
What Can Cause A Persistent Cough?Answer: A persistent cough can have many different causes, and it’s important to have this symptom evaluated by a doctor. While it’s natural to assume a chronic cough is due to a respiratory problem, you might be surprised to learn that studies indicate a persistent cough is often a sign of GERD, a condition caused when the contents of your stomach inappropriately leak into your esophagus. When stomach acid backs up (known as acid reflux) into the esophagus and is breathed in, it can cause coughing. Irritation from the acid reflux in the throat can also cause coughing. Other symptoms of GERD, along with a persistent cough, can include: • Chest pain This pain usually starts behind the breastbone (the sternum), and may travel up to the throat. It usually occurs shortly after eating and can last from a few minutes to several hours. It is important to remember that someti
