Question

question 17 of the following choices, the least likely cause of cough is: asthma gastroesophageal reflux acute pharyngitis allergic rhinitis

Explanation:

Asthma can cause airway - constriction and coughing. Gastroesophageal reflux can irritate the throat and lead to cough. Allergic rhinitis can cause post - nasal drip which may trigger cough. Acute pharyngitis mainly causes sore throat, and is less likely to be a primary cause of cough compared to the others.

Answer:

Acute pharyngitis