Patient's question:
Previously, I caught a cold due to a cold draft, experiencing nasal congestion, runny nose, and coughing, but without a fever. After a week, the cold symptoms disappeared, but the cough persisted. The coughing was particularly noticeable at night, and it worsened during temperature fluctuations in the environment. It lasted for about one and a half months. During this period, I drank B, which alleviated the symptoms but did not completely eliminate them.Doctor's answer:
Hello, it's a pleasure to assist you. The scratchy throat and dry cough may be caused by a sore throat leading to irritative coughing. Taking some anti-inflammatory and cooling medications orally for treatment, drink more water, avoid smoking and drinking alcohol, eat less spicy and irritating food, and consume more fresh fruits and vegetables. If there is no improvement after taking the medication for a week, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a blood test. Based on the test results, appropriate treatment can be provided.