Cough, a defense mechanism for clearing the airways of secretions, exudate, or foreign
bodies, may become a troublesome symptom. Chronic cough, one of the most frequent …

Cough is a common respiratory symptom that is considered to be chronic when it lasts more
than eight weeks. When severe, chronic cough may significantly impact an individual's …

Over the past 25 years, a great deal has been learned about the management of cough (1);
this information has been summarized recently in an evidence-based consensus panel …

OBJECTIVE: To review the available evidence on treating chronic cough to relay a
thoughtful, evidence-based approach for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic cough …

Objectives: To impart a call for further research into the identified domains of particular
interest in the etiology, management, and treatment of cough. Design/methodology: A …

Chronic Cough is a clinical resource for practitioners treating patients with chronic cough. It
is also a reference for any practicing or training clinician who wants to feel more confident in …

Cough persisting beyond 8 weeks (ie, chronic cough) is one of the most common reasons
for an outpatient visit. A protracted cough can negatively affect one's quality of life by causing …

Chronic cough that cannot be explained after basic evaluation is a common reason for
patients to be referred to respiratory outpatient clinics. Asthma, gastroesophageal reflux, and …

Cough is the most common presenting complaint in adults seeking medical treatment in an
ambulatory setting. Chronic cough (persisting greater than 3 weeks) can be associated with …

The impact of cough on health is substantial. It can (1) be an important defense mechanism
that helps clear excessive secretions and foreign material from the airways;(2) be an …