Do you have a chronic cough? (A cough that persists for a long period of time or is constantly recurring?) It can be stressful on your body to have cough that just won’t go away and you may wonder if it is a more serious condition. Those who smoke or around smoking have a higher potential to develop a condition called Smoker’s Cough.
Smoker’s Cough is a cough that persists and according to the Mayo Clinic may have “A runny or stuffy nose, postnasal drip, sore throat, hoarseness, wheezing, heartburn or even blood” associated with it! While many of these are annoying, bothersome and tiring the most critical points to watch for are a cough associated with blood or if it begins affecting your normal life like your sleep. If these are noted it is likely time to see a doctor.
If you smoke or around smoking chances are that you will develop Smokers Cough. But that may not be your only problem. While many people avoid seeing the doctor and live with recurring or difficult conditions. Visiting a specialist can greatly enhance your life and help you identify conditions you didn’t know you have. A specialist can educate you and give you the tools you need to treat conditions that if left unattended could be life threatening. Did you know that 20 – 30% of people with asthma are also smokers. According to the AAAAI (American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology) Cigarette smoking and severe Asthma are a harmful mix. Dr. Pinna is an allergy and asthma specialist who has seen hundreds of patients dealing with allergies and asthma. He has been able to use the most advanced technology to diagnose Asthma and helped many to better understand their condition.
Chronic Cough is also often caused by GERD, infections, blood pressure drugs, chronic bronchitis and sometimes by aspiration, bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis, acid reflux, lung cancer & sarcoidosis.
Chances are that your recurring cough while instigated by smoking has another cause and that could be asthma. Take the time to understand your body and make sure you know what to do to keep going strong. Many symptoms have solutions to be overcome or managed. In the end visiting an accredited Allergist could be your first step to a better life. If you have a chronic cough and smoke yourself or are around smoking chances you likely have Smoker’s Cough. Find out if that condition is in combination with Asthma. Don’t delay and visit a specialist you can trust today!
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