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Cough is said to be an indicative sign that some kind of irritation has occurred in your upper respiratory system such as any kind of inflammation, phlegm or mucus. It acts as a defense mechanism naturally for the protection of your nasal passages, lungs or throat. This problem of cough is typically divided into two different types which are given below: ;
Wet cough (productive), this happens when you are completely filled with mucus.
Dry...more
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A cough is probably one of the most common respiratory diseases that people suffer from. In most cases, it is nothing to worry about and can be cured with cough suppressants and salt water gargles. However, coughing of blood is a serious problem. The coughing up of blood that originates from below the level of the larynx is known as hemoptysis. This can vary in terms of severity depending on the amount of blood being expelled. This disease is a common condition, but on an average, less than 5% o...more
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A cough is probably one of the most common respiratory diseases that people suffer from. In most cases, it is nothing to worry about and can be cured with cough suppressants and salt water gargles. However, coughing of blood is a serious problem. The coughing up of blood that originates from below the level of the larynx is known as hemoptysis. This can vary in terms of severity depending on the amount of blood being expelled. This disease is a common condition, but on an average, less than 5% o...more
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A cough is probably one of the most common respiratory diseases that people suffer from. In most cases, it is nothing to worry about and can be cured with cough suppressants and salt water gargles. However, coughing of blood is a serious problem. The coughing up of blood that originates from below the level of the larynx is known as hemoptysis. This can vary in terms of severity depending on the amount of blood being expelled. This disease is a common condition, but on an average, less than 5% o...more
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Children are prone to infections like colds and coughs. Exposure to such viruses strengthens a kid s immune systems and their ability to combat them. If the coughing isn t severe or accompanied by additional, serious symptoms, you can assist your kid in managing their symptoms. ;
You can do so by making them feel comfortable and well rested as they do not require any type of medication or treatment if the symptoms are not affecting them. Many kids who have...more
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Hello lybrate-user.
Cough syrup just suppress the cough by blocking an area in the brain and it does not actually cure it.
Unknowingly you are harming your baby.
I suggest you to take proper treatment by consulting if you can.
Feel free to consult for proper treatment.
Cough syrup just suppress the cough by blocking an area in the brain and it does not actually cure it.
Unknowingly you are harming your baby.
I suggest you to take proper treatment by consulting if you can.
Feel free to consult for proper treatment.
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Dear Lybrate User, any cough lasting more than 15 days, maybe due to infection.
Kindly get a CBC ESR GBP and Chest X Ray done and you can take advice from Pulmonologists of Lybrate Forum.
Wishing you speedy recovery
Kindly get a CBC ESR GBP and Chest X Ray done and you can take advice from Pulmonologists of Lybrate Forum.
Wishing you speedy recovery
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No asthalin to be given to children unless absolutely necessary and on direction of paediatrician.
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This could be an allergic cough or could be due to pollution. Sometimes early symptoms of asthma. Cough syrups may not help.
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