Cough
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Healthlink Pharmacy understands how a persistent cough can significantly impact daily life and overall wellbeing. No matter if it’s due to colds, allergies, or more persistent conditions like asthma, our team is here to offer expert guidance and effective treatments ranging from over-the-counter remedies to tailored care plans to help relieve your discomfort. Come visit us today and explore our range of cough treatments while receiving tailored professional advice tailored specifically to you – let us help you breathe easier and feel better.
Immunizations We Offer
- Flu
- Sore Throat
- Fever
- Runny Nose
- Multi-symptom
- Immunity
| Feature | Value |
| Common Causes | Viral infections (e.g., cold, flu), bacterial infections, allergies, asthma, smoking, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) |
| Types | Acute (lasting less than 3 weeks), Subacute (3-8 weeks), Chronic (more than 8 weeks) |
| Symptoms | Dry cough, productive cough (with mucus), wheezing, shortness of breath, chest pain, hoarseness, sore throat, postnasal drip |
| Duration | Varies based on the underlying cause: viral infections typically resolve in 1-2 weeks, chronic conditions may persist or recur |
| Risk Factors | Smoking, exposure to irritants (e.g., pollution, dust, chemicals), allergies, asthma, respiratory infections, weakened immune system |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, chest X-ray, lung function tests, throat swab, sputum culture, CT scan, allergy testing |
| Treatment | Cough suppressants (for dry cough), expectorants (for productive cough), antihistamines (for allergies), inhalers (for asthma), antibiotics (for bacterial infections) |
| Complications | Rib fractures (from severe coughing), hernias, fatigue, sleep disturbances, urinary incontinence, spread of infection |
| Prevention | Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke, manage allergies, practice good hygiene, get vaccinated for flu and pertussis, avoid known triggers |
| When to See a Doctor | Cough lasting more than 3 weeks, coughing up blood, severe shortness of breath, chest pain, unexplained weight loss, persistent fever |
| Home Remedies | Honey in warm water, herbal teas, humidifiers, throat lozenges, staying hydrated, avoiding irritants |
| Related Conditions | Bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma, COPD, GERD, postnasal drip, whooping cough (pertussis) |
| Impact on Daily Life | Difficulty speaking, eating, sleeping, social discomfort, fatigue, reduced quality of life |
| Frequency in Population | Common, particularly during cold and flu season, with chronic cough affecting 10-20% of adults |
| Medical Interventions | Prescription medications (e.g., inhalers, antibiotics, antihistamines), nebulizer treatments, surgery for severe cases (e.g., lung disease) |