Our Services
Comprehensive Cough Care
A chronic cough is almost never caused by a single problem. Our multi-discipline approach identifies every contributing factor.
Exceptional Medical Evaluations and Treatments Are Available
Welcome to Cough Care Center of San Antonio. Our Board Certified Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, and Otolaryngology (ENT) Physicians are committed to providing personalized care and innovative treatments to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome.
Conditions We Treat
Understanding the Causes of Chronic Cough
A Chronic Cough is Almost Never Caused by a Single Problem
Post-Nasal Drip
Mucus produced in the nasal cavity is swept back into the throat by microscopic hair cells called Cilia. Cilia function to keep the sinuses and nasal cavity clean. Excessive mucus production can be caused by Nasal Allergy (Allergic Rhinitis), Irritant Sensitivity (Non-allergic Rhinitis) and Chronic Sinusitis.
Cough-Variant Asthma
Most persons who suffer from asthma hear wheezing sounds that occur when they breath out. Mild asthma does not always wheeze and can cause a cough (Cough-variant Asthma). If breathing tests are not performed, this problem will typically go undiagnosed.
Silent Acid Reflux
Acid reflux commonly causes an acid taste in the mouth or a burning sensation in the chest however, reflux can cause other symptoms such as a chronic cough (Silent Reflux). If this issue is not identified, treatment of all other contributing factors will typically fail to improve the cough.
Post-Viral Cough
Lingering cough after a respiratory illness, including post-COVID cough, can persist for months. Our specialists understand the mechanisms and provide evidence-based recovery pathways.
Diagnostic Testing
What Types of Diagnostic Testing Do We Offer?
The collaborating Physicians associated with the Cough Care Center of San Antonio offer a wide range of diagnostic testing, including Pulmonary Function Testing (PFTs) and needle-free allergy skin testing (from Alamo Asthma & Allergy Associates), Reflux testing by Barium Swallow, Chest X-rays (outpatient Radiology), Sinus CAT scans and throat/vocal cord visual examination (Rhinolaryngoscopy) are done by the Texas Sinus Center.
- Pulmonary Function Testing (PFTs) at Alamo Allergy
- Needle-free allergy skin testing at Alamo Allergy
- Reflux testing by Barium Swallow (at Radiology Centers)
- Chest X-rays (at Radiology Centers)
- Sinus CAT scans (Texas Sinus Center)
- Rhinolaryngoscopy *throat/vocal cord exam (Texas Sinus Center)
Treatments
What Types of Treatments Are Offered?
Cough Care Center of San Antonio offers a variety of treatments that are specifically tailored to an individual's needs such as: allergy and asthma management, reflux treatment, sinusitis treatments and Immune System tune-ups (with appropriate vaccinations if needed).
- Allergy & Asthma Management
- Reflux Treatment
- Sinusitis Treatments
- Immune System Tune-ups & Vaccinations
- Cough Suppression Therapy
- Personalized Multi-factor Treatment Plans