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What Causes Persistent Cough At Nights Along With Migraine Headaches?

I went backpacking in Italy, Jordan, and Israel. I developed a cough in the end of November. It is always more prevalent at night. It is still hanging on. But only a couple times a day and wakes me up once a night. I also gained about ten to fifteen pounds for no apparent reason since then. I have been back in the US since mid December. And now I ve had a migraine for a week. Wondering if these could be related or if i should just wait out the cough?
Thu, 31 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent cough at nights along with migraine headaches . Well the biggest reason we cough more at night is simple: gravity .When we lie down, the gastroesophageal reflex kicks in because mucus automatically begins to pool . The best way to counteract this gravitational pull is elevation of head with pillow. Other reasons are asthma , upper respiratory track infection or post nasal drip . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for acid reflux who may prescribe proton pump inhibitor or H2 blockers . Doctor may also refer you to ENT specialist for upper respiratory track infection or neurologist for migraine .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Cough At Nights Along With Migraine Headaches?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent cough at nights along with migraine headaches . Well the biggest reason we cough more at night is simple: gravity .When we lie down, the gastroesophageal reflex kicks in because mucus automatically begins to pool . The best way to counteract this gravitational pull is elevation of head with pillow. Other reasons are asthma , upper respiratory track infection or post nasal drip . I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for acid reflux who may prescribe proton pump inhibitor or H2 blockers . Doctor may also refer you to ENT specialist for upper respiratory track infection or neurologist for migraine . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari