Some symptoms may require urgent medical evaluation. Know when to seek emergency care.
A cough is your body's natural reflex to clear your airways of irritants and mucus. While occasional coughing is normal, a cough that persists for more than 8 weeks is considered chronic and requires evaluation.
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People with chronic cough experience: • Persistent urge to cough • Tickling or irritation in throat • Chest discomfort from coughing • Difficulty sleeping due to coughing • Hoarseness or sore throat • Wheezing or shortness of breath in some cases
Non-productive cough with no mucus. Often caused by viral infections, allergies, or asthma.
Cough that produces mucus or phlegm. Often caused by infections or COPD.
Barking, seal-like cough common in children.
Severe, hacking cough followed by a high-pitched intake of breath.
Mucus dripping down back of throat from allergies or sinus infection.
Airways become inflamed and narrow, causing coughing especially at night.
Stomach acid backing up into esophagus triggers cough reflex.
Chronic bronchitis causes persistent cough with mucus production.
Viral or bacterial infections like bronchitis or pneumonia.
See a doctor if your cough lasts more than 8 weeks, you're coughing up blood, have difficulty breathing, chest pain, fever, or unexplained weight loss.
Honey, lozenges, fluids, and elevating your head while sleeping can help. Cough suppressants may help with dry cough, while expectorants help with productive cough.
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Dr. Rodriguez is a board-certified internist with expertise in primary care and preventive medicine.
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