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[|Human|] I have had a dry hacking cough since xmas. Im a carpenter and exposed to dust always. Coughing is getting worse and is putting stress and causing pain in my back as coughing is getting more persistant. saw a doctor two weeks ago and giving some anti histamines but has not helped
[|AI|]  Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should rule out bronchitis in your case. Chronic exposure of any form offers dust can cause bronchitis (inflammation of airways). And this can cause further cause constant coughing. So consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). You will mostly improve with inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or albuterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). Better to wear mask at work place. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.