Patient's question:
Chronic dry cough without phlegm. The cough comes in waves, with periods of relief, and has been ongoing for 4 to 5 years. My throat always feels itchy, and I easily cough when in air-conditioned rooms, around dust, or after eating very sweet things, but without phlegm. However, recently the cough has become a bit more severe, especially at night. My throat feels very itchy, and swallowing saliva is painful at times. Sometimes there is phlegm, and it's white. Drinking a little hot water helps relieve the cough slightly.Doctor's answer:
Hello, based on your description, it is likely related to the factors or causes of chronic pharyngitis. We recommend that you visit a formal otolaryngology hospital for a detailed examination. Chronic pharyngitis is a chronic condition, and if left untreated for a long time, it can affect other respiratory organs, which should be taken seriously. Medication is only an auxiliary treatment for chronic pharyngitis; antibiotics are only necessary if there is a bacterial infection, such as pus spots in the throat or symptoms like fever. Currently, the advanced "low-temperature plasma minimally invasive ablation technology" has achieved very good clinical effects in the treatment of chronic pharyngitis. This therapy is painless, bloodless, and has a short treatment time, without affecting normal life, study, and work.Daily suggestions:
1. Strengthen disease prevention awareness. In the chronic phase, antimicrobial drugs are generally not needed. Don’t automatically use antibiotics just because of the word "inflammation."
2. Strictly avoid smoking, alcohol, and spicy foods.
3. Pay attention to nutrition.
4. Improve your work and living environment (ensure the living space is comfortably warm or cool) and reduce dust and harmful gas irritation by modifying production equipment. Life and work should be carried out in a fresh air environment.
5. Maintain a regular lifestyle, pay attention to balancing work and rest, and promptly treat various chronic diseases.
6. Properly control vocal use. Improper or excessive vocal use, as well as prolonged continuous speaking or singing, is not beneficial for the treatment of pharyngitis.
7. Pay attention to exercise.