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What Are Recurring Sharp Pain In Head And Persistent Cough Suggestive Of?
I have had a cough for several weeks. I got an antibiotic and cough medication. within the last week, when I cough I get sharp pains in the back of my head. I also get the pain once in a while when not coughing. sometimes it is like a sharp pains and sometimes just ache type of pain.
Thu, 17 Mar 2016
Hi Dear ,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurring sharp pain in head and persistent cough which is due to persistence of upper respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to start with course of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Avoid taking cold beverages. You should take mast cell stabilizers to prevent from infection. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin at least for 10 days along with mucolytic agents. Go for complete blood count. You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. For now do warm saline rinses , take rest.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurring sharp pain in head and persistent cough which is due to persistence of upper respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to start with course of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Avoid taking cold beverages. You should take mast cell stabilizers to prevent from infection. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin at least for 10 days along with mucolytic agents. Go for complete blood count. You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. For now do warm saline rinses , take rest.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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