A physiologic reflex to rid of any irritants in throat or lungs.  Occasional cough is normal or physiologic, persistent cough or productive cough or blood cough is pathological and needs a medical work up.  Possible causes include but not limited to bronchitis, Flu, Pneumonia, Sinus infection, allergy, asthma, acid reflux, Tuberculosis, Emphysema, whooping cough.  Diagnosis is often made via chest x-ray, CT lung scan, Pulmonary function test.  Treatment varies from simple antibiotics, to anti-histamine or inhalers to anti-acid medications. Book your appointment online or visit us at our offices in Forest Hills,East Meadow,Brooklyn,Bronx,Jackson Heights and little Necks