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What Causes Persistent Cough Along With Heartburn?

I have increasingly been having lots of mucus in the back of my throat and also a sort of heartburn after I lie down at night. I cough several times during the day as well. When i spit out the mucus, it often makes me gag. This aspect is fairly recent. I am 72 and otherwise in great health. What should I take for this? Also, could this be due to eating certain foods that no longer agree with me? Thank you. Elizabeth RIver
Mon, 18 Sep 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Chronic acid reflux can cause micro aspiration and coughing.
Since your coughing is more in your night after lying down, possibility of acid reflux related coughing is more likely.
So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food.
2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
3. Take pantoprazole and levosulperide combination twice daily on empty stomach.
4. Go for walking after meals.
5. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux.
7. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Persistent Cough Along With Heartburn?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chronic acid reflux can cause micro aspiration and coughing. Since your coughing is more in your night after lying down, possibility of acid reflux related coughing is more likely. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. 2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 3. Take pantoprazole and levosulperide combination twice daily on empty stomach. 4. Go for walking after meals. 5. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. 6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux. 7. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.