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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

How To Make A Kid Stop Coughing

Health Encyclopedia: Cough

Definition

Coughing is an important way to keep your throat and airways clear. However, excessive coughing may mean you have an underlying disease or disorder.

Some coughs are dry, while others are considered productive. A productive cough is one that brings up mucus. Mucus is also called phlegm orsputum.

Coughs can be either acute or chronic:

  • Acute coughs usually begin suddenly. They are often due to a cold, flu, or sinus infection. They usually go awayafter 2 to 3 weeks.
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Health Guide

Cough
Home Care Although coughing can be a troubling symptom, it is usually your body's way of healing. Here are some tips to help ease your cough: If you have a dry, tickling cough, try... Read more »
Hernia
...doctor can confirm the presence of a hernia during a physical exam. The mass may increase in size when coughing, bending, lifting, or straining. The hernia (bulge) may not be obvious in infants... Read more »
Croup
Viral croup; Laryngotracheobronchitis - acute; Spasmodic croup Symptoms Croup features a cough that sounds like a seal barking. Most children have what appears... Read more »
Breathing difficulties: first aid
Difficulty breathing - first aid; Dyspnea - first aid; Shortness of breath - first aid Symptoms The following symptoms are often associated with... Read more »
The Recovered: Asthma Symptom-Free And Reckless
People don't "outgrow" their asthma. Asthma is a chronic illness and there is no cure. If you had asthma, but you no longer have asthma symptoms, chances are that you still have asthma.But Recovered... Read more »

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Medications

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...pharmacist if you have headaches caused by head injury, coughing, or bending, or if you have a... Read more »

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