Patient's question:
Several years ago, I started experiencing chronic coughing, which was quite severe. I tried many cough suppressants and syrups, but nothing worked. Later, I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with chronic bronchitis. Now, my throat is itchy again, and I feel like I'm about to cough. How can I treat this? I didn't take it seriously before, but now my throat is easily itchy. How can I get rid of it?Doctor's answer:
In general, it can be prevented by avoiding colds, exercising to enhance immunity, maintaining a regular schedule and avoiding staying up late, eating less spicy and stimulating food, controlling the intake of salt, and supplementing with more protein (such as eggs, beans, lean meat, and fish, etc.). Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol, but you can drink strong tea. This condition has two periods: a stable period and a developing period. During the stable period, cough suppressants and expectorants, or bronchodilators, can be used for treatment. When the respiratory tract is infected, antibacterial drugs can be chosen. Avoid harmful gases and smoke that irritate the respiratory tract in daily life.