Summertime in east Tennessee brings hot temperatures—and beautiful weather! Who wants to be cooped up inside feeling under the weather when there’s so much fun to be had?!
If a cough has got you feeling less than your best, the first step to treating it is knowing exactly what’s causing it.
Why Am I Coughing?
A cough can occur for many reasons. While the all-too-familiar allergies and airborne irritants are among the most common reasons, there are other causes, too:
Reasons for a Cough
- Air pollution
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Bronchitis
- Cold
- COPD
- GERD
- Respiratory tract infection
- Smoking
Why Won’t My Cough Go Away?
Taking over-the-counter medications and products like throat lozenges, using a humidifier and staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids can often help you find relief from a cough.
But sometimes at-home and OTC remedies aren’t enough and a cough lingers or gets worse. When that’s the case, seek medical attention.
When You Need a Doctor for a Cough
- Coughing up thick mucus
- Cough has been going on for more than a week
- Fever
- Shortness of breath
- Wheezing
Has a cough got you feeling less than your best? Find relief from your cough by visiting AFC Urgent Care TN today!