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How Do I Treat A Herd Induced Cough

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Posted on Sun, 4 Aug 2019
Question: How do I treat a herd induced cough
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Start GERD medicines.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor forum.
I can understand your concern.
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is perhaps the most common cause for chronic cough.
We need to treat GERD optimally to reduce cough and.
So in my opinion, you should follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in GERD.
1. Start pantoprazole and levosulperide combination on empty stomach twice daily.
2. Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid junk food.
3. Avoid large meals and take frequent small meals.
4. Go for walking after a meals especially after dinner.
5. Avoid smoking and alcohol deaddiction if you have these habits.
6. Avoid stress and anxiety because these can also worsen GERD.
Please let me know
1. Are you taking any medication for GERD?
2. Have you ever undergone upper GI (gastrointestinal) scopy?
Please reply me answers of above asked questions, so that I can guide you better. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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How Do I Treat A Herd Induced Cough

Brief Answer: Start GERD medicines. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor forum. I can understand your concern. GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is perhaps the most common cause for chronic cough. We need to treat GERD optimally to reduce cough and. So in my opinion, you should follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in GERD. 1. Start pantoprazole and levosulperide combination on empty stomach twice daily. 2. Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid junk food. 3. Avoid large meals and take frequent small meals. 4. Go for walking after a meals especially after dinner. 5. Avoid smoking and alcohol deaddiction if you have these habits. 6. Avoid stress and anxiety because these can also worsen GERD. Please let me know 1. Are you taking any medication for GERD? 2. Have you ever undergone upper GI (gastrointestinal) scopy? Please reply me answers of above asked questions, so that I can guide you better. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.