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I have a shallow, persistent cough that is provoked by laughter, drinking liquids too quickly, or eating dry food. Sometimes the cough also comes on for no apparent reason, even when I am sleeping. It is never long-lasting. How can I try to treat this cough.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent cough which is due to chronic lung infection or bronchitis. It could be due to poor immunity immunity of body. I would suggest you to visit pulmonologist once and get it examined. You should go for pulmonary function tests and x-ray chest as well to check exact level of infection. Start treatment only after proper prescription. Drink plenty of water. Take hot milk rich in turmeric as it will booster immunity. You need inhaled bronchodilators and antihistamine drug. You should use mist humidifiers in room. You should take cough expectorants as well.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Persistent Cough Be Treated?
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent cough which is due to chronic lung infection or bronchitis. It could be due to poor immunity immunity of body. I would suggest you to visit pulmonologist once and get it examined. You should go for pulmonary function tests and x-ray chest as well to check exact level of infection. Start treatment only after proper prescription. Drink plenty of water. Take hot milk rich in turmeric as it will booster immunity. You need inhaled bronchodilators and antihistamine drug. You should use mist humidifiers in room. You should take cough expectorants as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari