The child with persistent cough
Padman, R.
Delaware Medical Journal 73(4): 149-156
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 0011-7781 PMID: 11381481 Document Number: 539482
Coughing is a healthy reflex. Causes of a cough can vary from minor upper respiratory illnesses to malignancy. When a child's cough continues for weeks, parents worry. Primary care providers must decide when reassessment is needed and if a vigorous workup and referral to a pulmonologist are required. The above discussion should assist these physicians.
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