The symptoms may be due to throat irritation/infection, allergic airway disease, or cough-related bronchospasm. Sharp throat pain followed by severe coughing and breathing difficulty with wheezing sensation should not be ignored, especially if associated with vomiting after coughing. Clinical examination is needed to assess throat, chest, and breathing status properly.
Next Steps
Consult a physician/ENT specialist for physical examination. You may require throat examination and chest evaluation, and depending on findings, tests such as CBC, throat assessment, chest examination, or pulmonary evaluation may be advised. If breathing difficulty becomes severe, persistent, or occurs even at rest, seek urgent medical attention.
Health Tips
Stay well hydrated, avoid smoking/dust/cold irritants, and avoid very cold beverages if they worsen symptoms. Steam inhalation and warm fluids may provide temporary relief. Immediate medical attention is needed if there is high fever, chest pain, bluish discoloration, noisy breathing, or worsening shortness of breath.