Causes of acute cough

Causes of acute cough

The possible causes of a cough depend on whether it is acute (less than 4 weeks) or chronic (longer than 4 weeks). Causes of acute cough include:

  • Acute bronchitis, including upper respiratory tract infections
  • Postnasal drip syndrome (mucus drainage from the nose into the throat or pharynx)
  • Exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary artery thromboembolism
  • Heart failure
  • Inhalation of a foreign body

Attention: Cough can be a symptom of a serious illness requiring immediate treatment. The most common symptoms include:

  • Persistent dry cough
  • Wheezing
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest pain

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