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Dry cough from past 3 days with no fever
Iam suffering with persistent and dry cough from past 3-4 days now. The frequency has gone down however I feel congestion and strain breathing especially when I lie down. Also there is post natal drip.
I have a history of broncitis ( teens year)but I did not get this test done in past 15 years.
What is the issue? Why is it suddenly happening?
Can it be cured via OTC meds considering the lockdown situation? Please help.
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Dr. Neethu Thambi
Pulmonologist
6 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Hello from your history and background of allergy, the post nasal drip is probably causing the cough, if you have acidity, this problem could be increased by it.
Steam inhalation twice daily should help, also try finishing your food a couple of hrs before lying down at night and avoiding spicy food.
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Dr. Santosh Jha
Respiratory Medicine
11 yrs exp
Delhi
looks like you are suffering since your teen age,history wise it looks like bronchial asthma with sinusotis.
get yourself evaluated with a pulmonologist asap.
need to have a pft and few other tests.
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Dr. Amruth Sindhu
Pulmonologist
17 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi. I understand your concern s. Try steam inhalation and warm salt water gargling thrice a day for three days. If it does not settle then consult a pulmonologist via teleconsult
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Dr. Varunn M D
Pulmonologist
12 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Hi.. I understand your problems.. From the history you provided, you could probably be having cough due to post-nasal drip.. Do you have associated fever / sore throat / body pain? If not, try steam inhalation, salt water gargling, avoid spicy / oily food.. Antihistamines and cough suppressant are available over-the-counter. Consult a Pulmonologist if symptoms don’t improve.
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