Case and analysis by Erin Sciacchetano, PA-C, and Claire B. O’Connell, MPH, PA-C

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Exercise-induced dyspnea and cough in a physically fit nonsmoker

Following four months of aggravating symptoms and unexplained weight loss, an anxious patient seeks answers. Mr. P, 27 years old, presented with stable cough for the past four months. The cough was intermittent and associated with white sputum in the morning (no odor) and dyspnea on exertion. There was no shortness of breath at rest.…

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