Coughs – productive and non-productive:
Coughing may be used as a symptom of many diseases, such as asthma and emphysema.
If a person has a cough that is dry and produces little or no sputum, it is known as “cough with wheezing”.
Most people with a cough that is dry and produces little or no sputum have asthma.
A cough that occurs in more than one part of the body at the same time is called “cough disease”. It is usually recognized as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).
Cough is a symptom as well as a disease in itself. Cough is an involuntary, reflex action of the muscles in the larynx and upper respiratory tract. It is seen in various diseases affecting the larynx and upper respiratory tract.
Coughing is a common symptom of many illnesses and is often considered to be non-productive. However, there are actually a number of different types of coughs that can be useful in different circumstances. Here are five types of coughs and their benefits:
- Cough with Wheezing: This type of cough is usually accompanied by wheezing and is most commonly seen in asthma patients.
- Cough with a Sensation of Chest Tightness: This is usually seen in people with asthma or COPD.
- Cough with Sore Throat: This is usually seen in people with laryngitis.
- Cough with No Clear Cause: This is probably the most common type of cough. Unfortunately, many people do not know that this type of cough may be beneficial to their health.
- Cough with Stomach Pain: This type of cough is usually seen in people who have gastritis.
- Cough with Headache and Neck Pain: This type of cough is usually seen in people who have sinusitis.
- Cough with Shortness of Breath: This type of cough is usually seen in people with asthma.
- Cough with Dizziness: This type of cough is usually seen in people who have COPD.
Types of Coughs That Are Harmful to Your Health
- Bleeding: Cough with Bleeding This type of cough is usually seen in people who have bleeding disorders.
- Cough That Is Dry and Produces Little or No More Than a White or Yellowish Sputum This type of cough is usually seen in people who have bronchiectasis.
- Cough with Wheezing This type of cough is usually seen in people who have asthma. Wheezing
- Cough That Is Dry, White and Lacks Any Sputum This kind of cough is usually seen in people who have an emphysema.
- Cough That Is Dry, White and Produces More Than a White or Yellowish Sputum: This type of cough is usually seen in people who have COPD. Cough is not a disease in itself but it can be a symptom of many underlying diseases.
The naturopath will take a look at the patient’s history and physical exam to determine the cause of their cough and prescribe the appropriate treatment. Some common causes of cough are viruses, allergies, bronchitis, and colds. Many naturopathic treatments for cough are natural and can be very effective, such as vitamins, herbs, supplements, and home remedies.
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