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How To Relieve Cough Due To Flu?
I am just getting over the flu and have occurred a cough. Every time I breath I want to cough. My stomach muscles are really sore as well as my ribs and I have to sleep sitting it. Is this still part of the flu symptoms and can you recommend anything? Thanks
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Thu, 3 Apr 2014
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Hello,
I understand your concern.
I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.
In my opinion cough is protective reflex. In case of any infections it is not advised to stop the cough.
I suggest you take the full drug for infections. Once the infection is cured your cough will also be cured.
I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun.
Thank you.
Dr Arun Tank
Infectious diseases specialist.
I understand your concern.
I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.
In my opinion cough is protective reflex. In case of any infections it is not advised to stop the cough.
I suggest you take the full drug for infections. Once the infection is cured your cough will also be cured.
I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun.
Thank you.
Dr Arun Tank
Infectious diseases specialist.
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