I’ve Been Coughing More Than Usual, What May Be The Reason For This?

Do you have a dry cough that can be accompanied by fever or shortness of breath, which occur after returning from countries with Coronavirus outbreak or after being in close contact with someone who has returned from those countries?

Do you have a dry cough with fever higher than 100.4 F, extreme fatigue, an aching body, sore throat or headache?

Do you have mild dry cough with sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, a raised temperature and aches in your muscles?

Do you cough and are you a long-time smoker?

Do you have cough accompanied by wheezing ( high-pitched whistling sound caused by a constricted airway) and breathing difficulties?

Do you have persistent cough mostly at night or after a meal, while you are lying down with occasional heartburn, belching or acidic taste in the mouth?

In this case it is necessary to call ahead to your health professional and tell him about your symptoms, recent travel or possible close contact. He will determine if you need to be tested for COVID-19 and will give you instructions accordingly. In the meantime, follow basic prevention steps: stay home, rest and increase your fluid intake.

These symptoms indicate that you are most likely to have the flu. Flu causes the influenza virus. It occurs especially in the winter months, and due to its high infectivity, influenza occurs in the form of major or minor outbreaks. All flu symptoms erupt at once and usually last one week. You will need to consult your doctor who will diagnose your flu. You will need to rest at home, take plenty of clear fluids and avoid contact with other people.

If those symptoms makes you feel unwell, but you're OK to carry on with your daily activities you probably have common cold. Cough and cold medicines can be purchased at pharmacies or supermarkets. The rest and sleeping can make you feel better. Keep warm and drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. If you have any concerns see your GP.

Cough almost always occurs in smokers, in the early morning, and during the course of smoking it increases and often occurs during the day as well.

This cough is a common symptom of asthma. Asthma cough can cause: contact with an allergen to which the person is sensitive, stress or intense emotions, tobacco smoke, air pollution, some drugs or viral inflammation of the upper respiratory tract. Consult a doctor who will do the necessary breathing tests to measure your lung function and start your asthma treatment regimen accordingly.

These symptoms indicate that you may have GERD (gastroesofageal reflux disease). GERD is a condition caused by acid reflux- return of gastric acid to the esophagus and throat. GERD is a common condition responsible for over 25 % of all cases of chronic cough. Any treatment of GERD must include diet and lifestyle changes. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms, he will recommend you some over the counter medications or other treatment methods.

In case you have any kind of cough be sure to contact your doctor. He will examine you and determine the cause of the cough. There can be many reasons for coughing. Some are harmless while some require serious medical attention.