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Suggest Remedy For Persistent Dry Cough In A Chain Smoker

All of a sudden in the last few days I have developed a dry cough, and it happens mostly at night. I haven t smoked for 30 years now. I do have slight cold as my immune system is low. I do not rest, as I am taking care of both of my 89 year old parents.
Thu, 7 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent dry cough in a chain smoker which is due to lung infection leading to upper respiratory tract infection / bronchitis. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to visit pulmonologist once and get it examined. You should get pulmonary function tests and X-ray chest done. Avoid use of sharp , oily and fried food substances. You should take throat soothing agents such as strepsils. Take combination of antibiotic amoxiclav along with antihistamine such as Levocetirizine. Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for proper diagnosis if he/she find this problem to be related with acid reflux ( GERD ) . You should take cough expectorants. You should do warm saline rinses 3-4 times a day. You should avoid cold carbonated beverages. Apply mist humidifiers in room.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Remedy For Persistent Dry Cough In A Chain Smoker

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of persistent dry cough in a chain smoker which is due to lung infection leading to upper respiratory tract infection / bronchitis. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to visit pulmonologist once and get it examined. You should get pulmonary function tests and X-ray chest done. Avoid use of sharp , oily and fried food substances. You should take throat soothing agents such as strepsils. Take combination of antibiotic amoxiclav along with antihistamine such as Levocetirizine. Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for proper diagnosis if he/she find this problem to be related with acid reflux ( GERD ) . You should take cough expectorants. You should do warm saline rinses 3-4 times a day. You should avoid cold carbonated beverages. Apply mist humidifiers in room. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari