HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Post Nasal Drip, Night Sweats And Cough?

I have constant post nasal drip after a slight cold. it does not respond to any allergy meds or cold meds. it causes a severe cough. been like this about 8 weeks now. also have night sweats and am having sweating even in cool room s. I seem to wake up at night and my pillow is wet several times a night. I am 71 and feel generally pretty well.
Thu, 17 Aug 2017
Report Abuse
General Surgeon 's  Response
Respected user , Hi

Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This is definitely upper respiratory tract infection with some type of virus
not responding to usual allergy management protocols .

* Suggestions for better recovery

- Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with added tincture benzoin with
blanket covered over the head each session of 5 min. 3 times a day .
- Gargles with salted lukewarm water and added peppermint oil 3
times a day .
- Deep breathing exercises with YOGA .

- Avoid cold beverages , excess sweats , spicy .
- Plenty of liquids with balanced nutritious diet .
- No smoking or alcohol .
- Maintain room temperature .

Hope this will help you for sure .
Welcome for any further questions .

Regards dear .
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Post Nasal Drip, Night Sweats And Cough?

Respected user , Hi Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * This is definitely upper respiratory tract infection with some type of virus not responding to usual allergy management protocols . * Suggestions for better recovery - Inhalation of vapors of boiled water with added tincture benzoin with blanket covered over the head each session of 5 min. 3 times a day . - Gargles with salted lukewarm water and added peppermint oil 3 times a day . - Deep breathing exercises with YOGA . - Avoid cold beverages , excess sweats , spicy . - Plenty of liquids with balanced nutritious diet . - No smoking or alcohol . - Maintain room temperature . Hope this will help you for sure . Welcome for any further questions . Regards dear .