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What Do Chest Irritation And Dry Cough Indicate?

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Posted on Mon, 16 Oct 2017
Question: I went hiking few days ago and now my chest is irritated and I have a dry cough. It s been going on for about 5 days.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (12 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Possibility of viral respiratory tract infection is more likely

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Possibility of viral respiratory tract infection is more likely.
So do following things for better symptomatic relief.
1. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.
2. Do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day.
3. Take levocetrizine and paracetamol combination twice daily after food.
4. Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid hard to chew food.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 5 days. If not improving then consult your doctor.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Do Chest Irritation And Dry Cough Indicate?

Brief Answer: Possibility of viral respiratory tract infection is more likely Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Possibility of viral respiratory tract infection is more likely. So do following things for better symptomatic relief. 1. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. 2. Do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. 3. Take levocetrizine and paracetamol combination twice daily after food. 4. Avoid oily and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid hard to chew food. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 5 days. If not improving then consult your doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.