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Suggest Remedy For Persistent Cough And Cold

I have had a persistent cough since 3rd week in September. Not horrible, but consistent. It started with a very bad cold for about 2 weeks, but the cough has continued. Been taking Night Quill to reduce coughing at night. No body aches, no headache. Just a dry tickle in the back of the throat.
Wed, 6 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent cough and cold which are pointing towards condition known as severe upper respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. It could be due to poor and compromised immunity of body. Do warm saline gargles with pinch of salt water. Take expectorants. Steam inhalation is very effective for you. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest and Immunoglobulin G levels checked for further treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin or penicillin at least for 10 days along with decongestants and mucolytic agents . For now do warm saline rinses , take rest. You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Remedy For Persistent Cough And Cold

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent cough and cold which are pointing towards condition known as severe upper respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. It could be due to poor and compromised immunity of body. Do warm saline gargles with pinch of salt water. Take expectorants. Steam inhalation is very effective for you. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist without any delay . Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test or virus culture test. You should get an x ray of the chest and Immunoglobulin G levels checked for further treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin or penicillin at least for 10 days along with decongestants and mucolytic agents . For now do warm saline rinses , take rest. You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari