sir i have long time dry cough...what should i do?

Treatment and causes of cough:

In fact, many people suffer from cough, as it is one of the common symptoms, and in fact there are many causes for cough and it is a symptom of a set of causes that must be identified and treated, especially if it continues for a period without responding to treatment. Among the common causes is infection, and it may be viral or bacterial, also allergies from the air or any external influence of the factors that cause coughing, and it is treated with antibiotics in the case of bacterial infection such as augmentin 500 mg 3 times or through an anti-congestion and allergy such as cetirizine 10 One mg of a pill per day, also from smoking, and exposure to dust, gases and external irritants, it also causes the presence of foreign bodies inhaled or the presence of suspicion of tumors. It may also be a side effect of some medicines used, such as the medicine enalapril for pressure and others. Also, lung tissue problems, such as fibrosis, amphysema, or polycystic lungs is one of the causes. Because of the current pandemic of corona, persistent coughing may be one of the symptoms, and it is important to retire at home until the symptoms disappear and to see a doctor if you feel more shortness of breath or other symptoms such as fever, And if there was a history of contact with a person suspected of being infected with Corona.

Treatment depends on the cause. Symptoms can be relieved by using over-the-counter (OTC) cough medicines containing guaifenesin and dextromethorphan that are in pill or syrup form, as well as by avoiding external irritants and treating the cause if detected.

Medical diagnosis:

It is done through the medical presentation and clinical evaluation with considering  medical history, in addition to the labs, such as blood to identify infections and in addition of X-rays in or  chest CT/ MRI  and may require bronchoscope and also a gastroscope to identify Organic causes.

Associated symptoms:

• Sore throat
• Heartburn
• Bad taste in the mouth
• sputum
• whistling
• Nasal drip
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Hoarseness
• Other

Advice :

It is preferable to see a doctor for an examination to identify the various causes of the continuous coughing.

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