When you’re feeling unwell, it’s normal that a cough is a part of your illness symptoms. A cough is a natural, reflex action to clear your airways of mucus and bacteria. While a cough may not usually be a sign of anything serious, it can sometimes linger for long periods of time. In this case, a persistent cough could be indicative of an illness that requires medical care. At AFC Urgent Care Bedford, we can examine your cough and any other symptoms to accurately diagnose your general illness. Visit the walk-in clinic for comprehensive urgent care services today.

What are the most common causes of a cough?

There are many different things that can cause a cough– from allergies to illnesses. Year round, people suffer from irritants and allergens, including mold, dust mites, pollen, smoke and pet dander. Beyond allergies, a cough is a common symptom in many different general illnesses and medical conditions.

A few illnesses that can cause a cough include:

• Common cold
• Flu
• Bronchitis
• Sinus infection
• Pneumonia
• Asthma

If you’re experiencing any of these general illnesses, come to AFC Urgent Care Bedford for treatment. Our licensed medical providers are experienced in diagnosing and treating numerous acute illnesses. With our labs on-site, you can get your testing done quickly and be on your way to feeling your best.

My Cough Won’t Go Away

In most cases, acute coughs will pass on their own within 3 weeks and don’t require any emergency care. However, when your cough is worsening overtime, or not going away after 3 weeks, you should seek medical attention. Signs of a persistent or chronic include blood, shortness of breath, breathing difficulties or chest pain. In rare cases, a persistent cough can be indicative of something more severe, especially for those with weakened immune systems or underlying health conditions.

If you’re experiencing any other worrying symptoms, like unexplained weight loss or lumps or swellings in your lymph nodes, talk to your medical provider. AFC Bedford is equipped with digital x-rays that can be used to examine your chest for complications. Additionally, our team can examine your other symptoms and test for allergies or other irritants that could be causing your long-term cough.

Visit AFC Urgent Care Bedford for Cough Treatment  

Whenever you’re dealing with a persistent cough, visit AFC Bedford any day of the week to be examined and treated by our team of medical professionals. The clinic is open every day with extended weekend hours for patients with busy schedules. We understand how a cough can seriously disrupt your routine and well-being. Don’t let your cough or other illness symptoms get the best of you this winter, and visit the clinic to start recovering fast.

If you have any additional questions about cough treatment, or other urgent care services we provide, please call us at (781) 430-8161.