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cough
The sudden explosive release of air from the lungs, which clears respiratory passages of obstruction an excess mucus or pus; it occurs both on reflex and on volition. Air flow may reach high velocity and potentially infectious particles spread a great distance if the mouth is uncovered. Persistent cough always implies disease.
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