What are the problems faced with persistent cough ?
Problems faced by coughing are as follows:
Disturbs sleep
Exhaustion after series of coughing bouts
Pain in the chest and abdomen
Violent cough can cause rib fracture
Vomiting
Fainting
Urine leak
Management of Cough
The cause of cough is crucial for management of cough. In many cases, more than one underlying condition may be causing your cough
Various treatment options are available:
1.Home Remedies
Honey and peppermint - works best as cough suppressant
Ginger may ease a dry or asthmatic cough, as it has anti-inflammatory properties
Hot fluids ,steam, saltwater gargle - helps alleviate cough wet and dry, runny nose, and sneezing
Thyme - commonly used remedy for a cough, sore throat, bronchitis, and digestive issues.
Jyeshthamadh and amla powder - relief from cough,helps to remove sputum from the respiratory tract and can soothe inflamed airways.
Eucalyptus oil - silences cough,loosen mucus
2.Pharmacotherapy( Prescription based)
Antihistamines, corticosteroids and decongestants-standard treatment for allergies and postnasal drip.
Inhaled asthma drugs-for asthma-related cough and reduce inflammation and open
Antibiotics- if infection is causing your chronic cough
Acid blockers- cough due to acid reflux
Antitussives and expectorants - for symptom relief
Pain reliever, Antiemetic prevent cough symptoms
Vitamin C
Humidification
Systemic hydration
3. Physiotherapy techniques
PT plays a major role in secretion clearance in conditions with underlying respiratory conditions using Airway clearance techniques. However these techniques are to be performed with strict guidance from licensed Practising Physiotherapy Professional.
Airway clearance techniques (ACTs) are techniques which
Types of ACTs-
ACBT- Active cycle of breathing technique
AD- Autogenic Drainage
PD- Postural Drainge
Adjuncts like Acapella (image 1) flutter (image 2) Lung flute (image 3)
SUMMARY
Persistent chronic cough can cause lot of problems along with social embarrassment
There are various options to control cough such as home remedies, pharmacotherapy & Physiotherapy techniques & adjuncts
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