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Acute cough
Also known as: Recent cough
Severity: Mild
Urgency: Self-Care
<3 weeks
What is Acute cough?
Cough lasting less than 3 weeks, usually from infection or irritants.
Possible Causes
- URI
- Acute bronchitis
- Pneumonia
- COVID
When to Seek Medical Help
Manage at home with rest and over-the-counter remedies
Warning Signs (Seek Immediate Care)
- Hemoptysis
- Severe dyspnea
- Chest pain
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