Sherman J M
Pediatric Pulmonary Division, University of Florida Department of Pediatrics, Gainesville, USA.
J Fla Med Assoc. 1997 Jun-Jul;84(5):308-9.
Habit or psychogenic cough is a common problem of unknown etiology with a variety of suggested therapies. A postulated mechanism is a cough which causes vibration of the airway walls, irritation and more cough. Nebulized lidocaine breaks this cycle and allows control and resolution of the cough.
