Medically reviewed by Jeffrey S. Lander, MD Key Takeaways A "cardiac cough" can happen if heart failure causes fluid buildup in the lungs.A wet, persistent cough with pink or frothy mucus may mean ...

Chronic cough is among the most common reasons for seeking medical care, with middle-aged women the group most affected. New studies also show that this condition appears to be a hereditary phenomenon ...

A new genetic study has identified neurological mechanisms as key drivers of chronic cough. The findings significantly advance our biological understanding of the condition, shedding light on ...

With cold and flu season come chronic sniffles, but what about that persistent cough that you just can’t shake? New Yorkers have recently reported an unusually dry cough that seems to not be ...

In a recent study published in ERJ Open Research, researchers investigated the heritability of chronic cough, considering different types of cough (productive vs. nonproductive). Their findings ...

Sometimes physicians encounter symptoms that remain unexplained despite extensive testing. When no clear medical explanation is found and symptoms persist, patients often develop anxiety and/or ...

When it comes to respiratory health, a cough serves as the body’s primary alert system, protecting airways from harmful substances and clearing unwanted material. Yet for millions of Americans, this ...

That persistent cough might be nothing—or it might signal something that needs medical attention. Understanding the timeline, characteristics, and accompanying symptoms can help you determine when to ...