Persistent cough is one of the most common reasons people visit their family doctor. There are many causes of it, but treatment is now easy as ever thanks to modern science and medicine.
Smoking is the most common cause of chronic cough. Most cigarette smokers do not acknowledge “smoker’s cough,” however this can lead to the onset of more serious conditions if ignored.
Common causes include: asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease, allergic rhinitis, and post-nasal drip. Read more »

Coughing is caused by certain irritations in the throat such as bronchial tubes or lungs. Common reasons for coughing are cold, asthma, heartburn or some sort of irritant such as household cleaners or smoke. If your cough is congested, you need to cure it as soon as you can to avoid possible complication leading to bronchitis or pneumonia. Read more »

Do you have a nagging cough that will not go away no matter what you do to shed it? Well, what you are experiencing may be more serious than the run-of-the-mill cough. You may be dealing with a chronic condition. If this symptom lingers for an extended time, say more than a couple weeks, or if it continually comes back this is a warning sign that should not be ignored. Read more »