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Review
. 2001 Apr;73(4):149-56.

The child with persistent cough

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Review

The child with persistent cough

R Padman. Del Med J. 2001 Apr.

Abstract

Coughing is a healthy reflex. Causes of a cough can vary from minor upper respiratory illnesses to malignancy. When a child's cough continues for weeks, parents worry. Primary care providers must decide when reassessment is needed and if a vigorous workup and referral to a pulmonologist are required. The above discussion should assist these physicians.

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