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Suggest Treatment For Frequent Sore Throat And Cough

Yes, thank you. I have had occasional sore throat issues the result in coughing perhaps every hour or two but especially troubling at night when I have it while sleeping. I have tried warm water and salt a few times but it does not seem to go away. Is there a guess of what it is could be and what to do about it? Never a smoker.
Wed, 17 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have frequent sore throat and cough . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to certain reasons like strep throat , viral pharyngitis or acid reflux . I would suggest you to eat light and non spicy specially at night , do warm saline gargles , eat at least one hour before going to bed , take antacid after every meal and keep your head elevated while sleeping . If condition doesn't get well then consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order throat swab test ,viral culture test along with examination with largyngoscope . Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or antiviral depending upon the diagnosis . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for acid reflux .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Frequent Sore Throat And Cough

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have frequent sore throat and cough . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to certain reasons like strep throat , viral pharyngitis or acid reflux . I would suggest you to eat light and non spicy specially at night , do warm saline gargles , eat at least one hour before going to bed , take antacid after every meal and keep your head elevated while sleeping . If condition doesn t get well then consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order throat swab test ,viral culture test along with examination with largyngoscope . Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or antiviral depending upon the diagnosis . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for acid reflux . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari