Do not neglect them as they can be fatal! Has your cough been going on for months? The well-known doctor shows the main causes: From medications to diseases

Irritation of the respiratory tract after a cold or flu Symptoms from a cold or flu usually pass within a few days. But it may happen that your cough does not subside, and may even continue for weeks or months.

This happens as a result of the changes caused by the virus or temperature changes in the airways, the mucous membranes become sensitive and need time to return to their previous state. Dr. Enkelejda Afiani gives these tips that you should not neglect.

Smoking
Smoking damages the protective mechanisms of the airways by increasing inflammation.

Use of medications that inhibit cough

Coughing is a protective reflex that protects the airways by expelling secretions or foreign bodies. By suppressing the cough, secretions remain in the airways and help to suppress a bacterial infection. Also, not taking enough fluids can affect the duration of the cough.

Alcohol and drinks containing caffeine are not recommended, as they dry the mucous membranes and increase the cough reflex.

Allergic rhinitis (runny nose) and asthma
are common causes of cough. A viral infection can trigger an asthma attack. Some people find out they have asthma after having a cold. In these cases, the patient may have breathing difficulties and wheezing in the chest in addition to the cough.

Lung diseases
Pneumonia and less often, tumors, emphysema, etc., are specific diseases, which are diagnosed through examinations recommended by the doctor.

Sinusitis
Drainage of secretions from the sinuses into the mouth can trigger the cough reflex. .
Acid reflux. Appears with belching, chest burning, prolonged chronic cough.

Heart dissases. Cough from heart failure can be dry or with foamy pink secretions.

Stress, nervousness or psychological condition can cause or prolong a cough.