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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nCoughing is the most common presenting symptom in primary care settings<\/a>. A cough is a reflex reaction the body has to soothe or clear the airways. An occasional cough may be nothing more than your child attempting to expel irritants. However, coughs lasting more than one week, bringing up discolored mucus or accompanied by other symptoms such as fever or wheezing require medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A few common conditions that result in prolonged or productive coughing lasting between two and eight weeks include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Coughing is considered chronic when it lasts more than eight weeks<\/a>. A few causes of chronic cough may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your child\u2019s cough lasts longer than one week<\/a>, your provider will likely treat it based on the underlying cause. For instance, if you have an infection, they may prescribe antibiotics or antiviral medication. For allergies, they may suggest allergy medication or allergen avoidance (avoiding Lincoln Park on high pollen days, for instance).<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to medical treatment, you can help ease your child\u2019s cough at home using one or more of the following remedies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hearing your child cough can be scary, but we\u2019re here to help. Contact Albany ENT & Allergy Services today to make an appointment with one of our specialists for diagnosis and treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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