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2019-12-13 01:59:54
Suffering with severe dry cough. Unable to sleep in the night for past three days inspite of taking antibiotics
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Severe dry cough at night could be because of post nasal drip or reflux also.. Only antibiotics may not help,,, For simple cough antibiotics not recommended.
Next Steps
Better to take antitussives / anti reflux medication
Health Tips
Avoid liquids/ liquor / smoking before bed time.

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