Dry cough for the past 1 year

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Asked for Female, 39 Years

I have been having dry cough for the past 1 year. It is on a daily basis. Get the bout at any time of the day but especially when I lie down for sleep,it is very bad. Checked for allergy, checked for thyroid ultrasound as I have hypothyroid, all normal. Throat feels tickly at the time of cough.

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Dr. Rajat Singh Verma ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 10 yrs exp Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rajat Singh Verma

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 10 yrs exp Delhi

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Persistent dry cough is also a sign of acid reflux. You might have gastric issues. Visit any ENT doctor near you and get yourself checked for that.

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For the time being avoid spicy and fried foods. Take short frequent meals and post meal walk.

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