Dry Cough Overview

Dry Cough Guide

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  • Summary
  • Definition
  • Causes
  • When to Contact a Medical Professional
  • Home Care
  • Prevention
  • References
Reviewed By David Zieve, MD

Definition

Coughing is an important way to keep your throat and airways clear. However, excessive coughing may mean you have an underlying disease or disorder.

Some coughs are dry, while others are considered productive. A productive cough is one that brings up mucus. Mucus is also called phlegm or sputum.

Coughs can be either acute or chronic:

  • Acute coughs usually begin suddenly. They are often due to a cold , flu , or sinus infection. They usually go away after 2 to 3 weeks.
  • Chronic coughs last longer than 2 to 3 weeks.


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Encyclopedia: Cough

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A cough, also known as tussis is a sudden, often repetitive, spasmodic contraction of the thoracic cavity, resulting in violent release of air from the lungs, and usually accompanied by a distinctive sound. Coughing is an action the body takes to get rid of substances that are irritating the breathing passages. A cough is usually initiated to clear a buildup of phlegm in the trachea. Coughing can also be triggered...
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