Condition

Chronic Cough

A cough that lasts more than four weeks in children or eight weeks in adults.

Also called: persistent cough, cough that won't go away

Who Can Help with Chronic Cough?

Pulmonologists
A physician who treats lung and breathing conditions such as asthma, COPD, lung infections and sleep apnea.
Pediatric Specialists
A pediatrician with extra training in one area of children's health, such as hormones, lungs, kidneys, infections, joints or development.
Allergists
A physician who diagnoses and treats allergies, asthma and immune system problems, including allergy testing and allergy shots.
ENT Doctors
A physician and surgeon who treats conditions of the ears, nose, throat, sinuses, head and neck.
Family Doctors
A physician who provides checkups, preventive care and treatment for common illnesses for patients of all ages. Family doctors also manage long-term conditions and refer to specialists when needed.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about chronic cough and what is right for you.