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• A Cough is the body's way of clearing foreign substances from the air passages. While coughing can often be bothersome, it is a way for the body to protect and heal itself from pathogens.

  There are two types of coughing, acute and chronic. Depending on the type of cough a patient has, treatments vary. A physician is essential in prescribing the proper treatment for a cough. It is important that children under the age of fourteen are not given over-the-counter cough medicine.

• Fast Facts

  1. Water helps ease coughing
  2. Keeps air passages clear
  3. Coughing disease: Whooping cough
  4. Common cause: Post-nasal drip

• Types

  1. Acute: Short term, most common
  2. Chronic: Long term, 2-3 weeks

• Causes of Chronic Cough

  1. Asthma
  2. Allergies
  3. Smoking
  4. GERD
  5. COPD

• Disclaimer

  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have a Cough, please consult your doctor.

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