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Podcast: BackTable ENT
Episode: Ep. 221 Chronic Cough: An Allergist’s Perspective with Dr. Basil Kahwash
Description: How can you treat a chronic cough when you’re not sure what’s causing it? In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Basil Kahwash, a board-certified allergist and immunologist from Ohio ENT and Allergy, discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating chronic cough. ---SYNPOSISDr. Kahwash explains common causes, such as upper airway cough syndrome, allergic rhinitis, and asthma, and delves into the importance of patient history and physical exams in identifying the root cause. The conversation also covers diagnostic tools, including allergy testing, spirometry, and chest X-rays, as well as treatment options like alle...