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Hi I have been having a uncontrollable cough now for 2-3 weeks and nothing has helped me only cough drops temporarily and my parents will not take me to a docter cause they said I will be fine they always say that but im scared and I was wondering what it is and is there anything you can recommend me for this ?
Welcome to HCM I have read and understand your query I hope this will be useful Are you having any associated flu or heart burn?Do you smoke ?A runny or stuffy nose,A feeling of liquid running down the back of your throat Frequent throat clearing and sore throat,sour taste in your mouth or any coughing up blood? Prolonged cough can be managed with few home remedies and a ivy leaf extract cough syrup.take a lot of fluids,particularly warm. A teaspoon (5 grams) of honey in warm water is a good home remedy.Take an anti allergin along with a cough syrup. Quit smoking if you are a smoker.A cough caused by acid reflux can often be treated with lifestyle changes alone. This includes eating smaller, more frequent meals; waiting three to four hours after a meal before lying down; and elevating the head of the bed at night. I hope this would help you.you can reach me anytime with any other query Regards Dr Faeza
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Suggest Medication For An Uncontrollable Cough
Welcome to HCM I have read and understand your query I hope this will be useful Are you having any associated flu or heart burn?Do you smoke ?A runny or stuffy nose,A feeling of liquid running down the back of your throat Frequent throat clearing and sore throat,sour taste in your mouth or any coughing up blood? Prolonged cough can be managed with few home remedies and a ivy leaf extract cough syrup.take a lot of fluids,particularly warm. A teaspoon (5 grams) of honey in warm water is a good home remedy.Take an anti allergin along with a cough syrup. Quit smoking if you are a smoker.A cough caused by acid reflux can often be treated with lifestyle changes alone. This includes eating smaller, more frequent meals; waiting three to four hours after a meal before lying down; and elevating the head of the bed at night. I hope this would help you.you can reach me anytime with any other query Regards Dr Faeza