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What Causes Post Nasal Drip, Night Sweats And Cough?

I have constant post nasal drip after a slight cold. it does not respond to any allergy meds or cold meds. it causes a severe cough. been like this about 8 weeks now. also have night sweats and am having sweating even in cool room s. I seem to wake up at night and my pillow is wet several times a night. I am 71 and feel generally pretty well.
Thu, 17 Aug 2017
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Respected user , Hi

Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This is definitely upper respiratory tract infection with some type of virus
not responding to usual allergy management protocols .

* Suggestions for better recovery

- Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with added tincture benzoin with
blanket covered over the head each session of 5 min. 3 times a day .
- Gargles with salted lukewarm water and added peppermint oil 3
times a day .
- Deep breathing exercises with YOGA .

- Avoid cold beverages , excess sweats , spicy .
- Plenty of liquids with balanced nutritious diet .
- No smoking or alcohol .
- Maintain room temperature .

Hope this will help you for sure .
Welcome for any further questions .

Regards dear .
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What Causes Post Nasal Drip, Night Sweats And Cough?

Respected user , Hi Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * This is definitely upper respiratory tract infection with some type of virus not responding to usual allergy management protocols . * Suggestions for better recovery - Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with added tincture benzoin with blanket covered over the head each session of 5 min. 3 times a day . - Gargles with salted lukewarm water and added peppermint oil 3 times a day . - Deep breathing exercises with YOGA . - Avoid cold beverages , excess sweats , spicy . - Plenty of liquids with balanced nutritious diet . - No smoking or alcohol . - Maintain room temperature . Hope this will help you for sure . Welcome for any further questions . Regards dear .