This study has demonstrated that asymptomatic current cigarette smokers have a significantly diminished cough reflex relative to that of healthy nonsmokers. The inhibition of cough sensitivity due to ...

Once you understand what's behind your cough, choosing the right treatment becomes much easier.

Michael Shiloh had been studying tuberculosis for about two decades when he started wondering about a seemingly basic question: What makes people with TB cough? This is the disease’s hallmark symptom ...

Laryngeal hypersensitivity may be a key factor in refractory and unexplained cough. Defining the characteristics and better understanding laryngeal hypersensitivity may help in the treatment of ...

Most chronic coughs have identifiable and treatable causes Nerve pathway hypersensitivity is a major contributor in persistent cough Early diagnosis improves symptom control and quality of life A ...

You may be able to stop a coughing fit by avoiding irritants, drinking plenty of fluids, and using a humidifier. Some chronic coughs may require medication, surgery, or other therapy. Coughing is a ...

Acute coughs are often caused by a minor illness and go away within a few weeks, while chronic coughs may be a symptom of something more serious. A cough is a reflex that your body uses to clear your ...