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How Can Cough And Cold Along With Headache And Cough Be Treated?

Hello Doctor. I am badly suffering from cough and cold. initially had headache, persistent cough...had Levofloxacin for 5 days with an expectorant. Was almost cured. But again from yesterday the dry cough returned back in a big way. What to do? Is it an allery that is bringing back the dry cough again?
Wed, 5 Apr 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, you must be suffering from laryngitis.
Many a times, dry cough without fever, unresponsive to treatment with antibiotics usually results from inflammation in the larynx.
You can start warm salt water gargles, stay away from polluted air, avoid smoking (if you do) and give rest to your voice.
If you get fever, try changing the antibiotic with your doctor. Antihistaminics like Levocetirizine must help you. Also, paracetamol will help in reducing both headache and inflammation. Even if it is mild allergic reaction, Levocetirizine will work for you.

Take care,
Regards
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How Can Cough And Cold Along With Headache And Cough Be Treated?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, you must be suffering from laryngitis. Many a times, dry cough without fever, unresponsive to treatment with antibiotics usually results from inflammation in the larynx. You can start warm salt water gargles, stay away from polluted air, avoid smoking (if you do) and give rest to your voice. If you get fever, try changing the antibiotic with your doctor. Antihistaminics like Levocetirizine must help you. Also, paracetamol will help in reducing both headache and inflammation. Even if it is mild allergic reaction, Levocetirizine will work for you. Take care, Regards