I have been diagnosed with chronic cough a few years ago (saw a top respiratory specialist for 10 months and all the tests did not show I had asthma or any other problem). Also may years ago we lived through a stressful period and I starte having an irregular heartbeat - was on a beta--blocker for the next couple of years then went off it. Presently I am on no medication whatsoever; I just take a multi vitamin/mineral capsule each day and a magnesium supplement. This past year I have been having irregular heartbeats again - and (finally!) my question is - can a chronic cough in itself cause an irregular heartbeat - thank you..
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. If chronic cough is due to chronic bronchitis then this cannot cause irregular heart beats. Chronic bronchitis can cause arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart). So better to consult cardiologist and get done ECG, 2d echo and Holder monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of ECG) to diagnose type of arrhythmia. You may need anti arrhythmia Chat Doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.