Q & A Session

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I have been coughing for a week without wheezing. Do I have a hyperactive airway or asthma?

Dr Cheung Chin Pang
While most people consider "wheezing" the key sign of asthma, some asthma patients suffer from repeated attack of coughing only, especially at night time and in the morning. Please consult your doctor for advice if you think you have asthma.
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