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Anyone have Laryngeal Sensory Neuropathy?
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) | Last Active: Nov 12 9:37pm | Replies (221)Comment receiving replies
I have had my chronic cough for the past 11 years since recovering from a bad case of strep throat. I've been tested for everything under the sun and keep having the same result...that I'm in "perfect health."
Since then I've acquired more health issues and the cough has gotten so bad that I've separated tendons from my ribs from it. I am currently taking Pregabalin for another condition (which is said to be a treatment for LSN) however I have not had any success relieving my cough. I wish I could have some answers.
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My chronic cough started after two severe colds in a row. I just kept coughing. For 30 years. I was treated for asthma (the inhalers made me cough), and allergies (oral meds and weekly shots) without relief. The only thing that worked was antihistamine. I would take up to 10 a day to avoid coughing at work. I was finally diagnosed with laryngeal sensitivity neuropathy by an ENT, who prescribed 5 mg amitriptyline daily. It worked like a charm for a few months until it didnt. I still take allergy meds daily, but i dont think they help. I'm still dependent on antihistamines - every few hours day and night.
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Welcome @shaeprincess, 11 years is a really long time to deal with a chronic cough. I'm hoping @tkubby, @jnttaz, @lmayo and others may have some suggestions or information that will help you.
Did you see the link in the previous post by @colleenyoung that mentions the Cough Clinic to help people frustrated by an unexplained or difficult-to-treat chronic cough find the specialized care?
Here is the link for more information - https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/cough-clinic/overview/ovc-20399029