A NEWLY developed diagnostic tool is set to transform the identification of cough variant asthma (CVA), a condition where ...

In fact, coughing is the only symptom for some people with a type of asthma called cough-variant asthma. Everyone coughs after eating once in a while, and coughing is usually not a cause for concern.

It’s also important to avoid irritants like smoke or dust. A dry cough may be a symptom of the common cold, flu, allergies, asthma, or acid reflux. It can also be a symptom of more serious ...

Appropriate treatment for these factors resulted in a significant improvement in cough. Conclusion: Reflux, allergy, and asthma accounted for > 80% of the likely etiologic factors of chronic cough ...