16/11/2025
Here are the main types of cough — very simple and clear so you can use for pharmacy posts or patient explanation:
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✅ 1. Dry Cough (Non-productive)
No phlegm/mucus
Caused by allergies, viral infections, dust, smoking, cold air
Feels itchy or irritating in throat
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✅ 2. Wet Cough (Productive)
Produces phlegm/mucus
Caused by chest infection, flu, bronchitis
Chest feels heavy or congested
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✅ 3. Chronic Cough
Lasts more than 3 weeks
Common causes: asthma, GERD, smoking, TB, post-nasal drip
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✅ 4. Nocturnal Cough
Worse at night
Mostly due to asthma, GERD, allergies, or nasal drip
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✅ 5. Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Severe coughing fits
“Whoop” sound when inhaling
Highly contagious — needs medical treatment
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✅ 6. Barking Cough
Sounds like a dog bark
Usually croup (common in children)
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✅ 7. Asthmatic Cough
Dry, wheezy
Triggered by allergens, exercise, cold air
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