Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Suggest Treatment For Cough, Sweating And Drowsiness
my husband, has cough - no fever- no chills- did have sweats for bout 4 days- he stays sleepy- he has been sleeping a full 9 hours night, then by 2:pm he is sleepy agian - sleeps another hour although he has had this pattern for bout 10 yrs. hes 55 years old-says he is always tired
Is he having any preexisting diseases like ischemic heart disease or asthma? When is cough more- at night, day, or during exertion? What is the colour of sputum if any? Any nasal discharge, chest pain or breathing difficulty?
A recent onset cough can suggest a respiratory infection, asthma exacerbation or a cardiac issue. If I were your treating doctor, depending upon examination findings, I would have ordered a chest x ray and blood routine test, and proceed further accordingly. Your doctor will guide you. Meanwhile, taking antihistamine like Levocetirizine 5mg at night can reduce cough associated with flu or respiratory infections.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Suggest Treatment For Cough, Sweating And Drowsiness
Hi, Is he having any preexisting diseases like ischemic heart disease or asthma? When is cough more- at night, day, or during exertion? What is the colour of sputum if any? Any nasal discharge, chest pain or breathing difficulty? A recent onset cough can suggest a respiratory infection, asthma exacerbation or a cardiac issue. If I were your treating doctor, depending upon examination findings, I would have ordered a chest x ray and blood routine test, and proceed further accordingly. Your doctor will guide you. Meanwhile, taking antihistamine like Levocetirizine 5mg at night can reduce cough associated with flu or respiratory infections. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician