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Shila has persistent dry unproductive cough for over 1 month. Syrups benadryl, zedex and tablet montek lc have not helped. Blood test shows low hb, low pcv and low mch but high esr and very high total ige. Father had been treated for tb in the past. Chest xray report is normal. Please advise.
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Test for serum ferritin level if it is low then you will need injectable iron preparation which should be given under physician supervision for cough also consult with a chest physician.
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