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What Medication Should I Take For Cough And Cold?
hi doctor i am mrs. usha jaiswal suffering from cough and cold since last one month. i have had many medicines but no relief. major problem is that coughing starts as soon as i try to take rest or a small nap, now because of this i am not able to sleep. and also my head, chest and throat have starting paining.
Mon, 7 Jul 2014
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If the coughing is worse when you try to lay down, it possible that GERD may be causing some of the symptoms. Reflux is one of the common causes chronic cough.
Reflux symptoms can be worse on lying flat. You may want to try lifestyle changes as well as medication.
Lifestyle changes would include: reducing use of spicy/acidic/fatty/fried foods, using small meals and waiting 2 hours after eating before laying flat.
Weight loss of any excess weight would also help.
I hope this helps
If the coughing is worse when you try to lay down, it possible that GERD may be causing some of the symptoms. Reflux is one of the common causes chronic cough.
Reflux symptoms can be worse on lying flat. You may want to try lifestyle changes as well as medication.
Lifestyle changes would include: reducing use of spicy/acidic/fatty/fried foods, using small meals and waiting 2 hours after eating before laying flat.
Weight loss of any excess weight would also help.
I hope this helps
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