Chronic Coughing

Coughing is an important reflex that safeguards our airways from irritants. It helps expel particles from the lungs and throat while clearing germs, mucus, and dust from our respiratory passages. Occasional coughing is normal but persistent, chronic coughing is an indicator of an airway disease. For instance, coughs that last for more than two weeks should be addressed by a medical professional.

At Aglow ENT Centre, our comprehensive evaluation begins with a detailed medical history and a flexible naso-endoscopy to assess the upper airway for potential pathology. Additional diagnostic tests, such as a Chest X-ray, may also be conducted to determine a diagnosis.

Chronic coughing often stems from various conditions, including allergic rhinitis with post-nasal drip, chronic rhinosinusitis, laryngopharyngeal reflux, and less commonly, vocal cord dysfunction, as well as undiagnosed asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Notably, in the wake of the pandemic, persistent coughing post-COVID infection is also a condition we have been frequently treating.