I've been experiencing this weird, persistent cough once a day or so, and each time it comes with this white, sticky phlegm. It only seems to stop after I somehow manage to clear it all out. Sometimes I even have to force myself to vomit just to get it out of my throat. Also, I've noticed a whistling or wheezing sound when I breathe in while Im coughing. Could you help me figure out what's going on, and suggest who I should reach out to for help?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

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Answered 04/07/2025

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consult a pulmonologist

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I'm dealing with a really bad cough for over 40 days now. I've been using inhalers and the nebuliser, like Budesal and Foracort, and taking meds like Livotiz and some lifestyle tabs. I'm worried it's not getting better. What should I do next, and is there something else I could try?

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