I have a lingering cough that is dry, non-productive, but still bronchitis-like in that it is deep, and gets worse when I lay down at night. But this is unlike any "bronchitis" I've ever experienced. I'm not coughing up anything, and this cough has lasted a little over a month now.
It started with a two week round of a bad cold (or flu??) back in early February. I haven't been to the doctor's, because antibiotics always make me deathly sick.....but I am looking for some tried and true over-the-counter products and/or natural, homeopathic treatments to control this cough and hopefully reduce any inflammation in my chest.
Any recommendations? And if you've had anything like this, how long did it take you to get over it?
Thanks for input!
2007-03-26 07:08:40 · 5 answers · asked by CassandraM 6 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
The best solution I have found is Honey.Just a spoon full
of Honey makes the medicine go down.Hahaha.In the most
delightful way!!!Fights bacteria.Taste good too.Lemon juice,
mixed with honey is a good home remedy too.Equal parts.
2007-03-26 07:15:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
None of the over the counter products have codeine which is the only Rx that suppresses the cough reflex of the brain. Thats why none of them work. I had a two month cough after the flu . Needed Phenergan with Codeine to sleep and not cough during the night. If you are sleeping through you are lucky. Does a long steamy shower help?
2007-03-26 14:55:15 · answer #2 · answered by barthebear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cough is the body's response to inflammation or irritation in the throat, larynx, bronchial tubes or lungs.Some coughs are dry, while others are considered productive.Here are a few simple home remedies that will help to overcome cough. Have honey in a hot drink before bed time.To relieve fits of coughing due to dryness in the throat, suck a few pepper corns. More remedies at http://useinfo6.blogspot.com/
2007-03-26 21:05:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just was sick like Wed-Sat or so. I still have a really bad cough. I use an inhaler and actually helps clear up my lungs which helps with the cough.
2007-03-26 14:12:17 · answer #4 · answered by AB 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's bronchitis, My mom has chronic bronchitis, and I kind of developed it. I went to the doctors and they prescribed me with antibiotics and a pill that will break all the mucus and stuffiness in your lungs.
2007-03-26 14:18:09 · answer #5 · answered by fourcheeks4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋