Question 1

what is cough a risk factor for?

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Cough can lead to::   Nose bleeds, Neurally mediated reflex syncope, Syncope.

Question 2

what is cough syncope?

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Yes: Cough syncope is passing out in relation to coughing.  It is caused by a drop in blood pressure which is caused by the cough stimulating the vagus nerve which leads to the loss in blood pressure.  It is the same mechanism as the common "fainting spell" some people have.

Question 3

what is cough variant asthma? and do you prefer dry powder inhalers or metered dose inhalers for albuterol treatment of this condition?which is better

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Cough variant asthma: Is type of asthma where cough is the most salient symptom, dry cough, but still have other asthma signs, at times it might be the only symptom and  hard to diagnose. As for the albuterol form: whichever works, so long it is  taken in the right way and produces the desired effect, but albuterol is just a quick fix, you need comprehensive treatment as any other asthmatic, see an allergist/pulmonol

Question 4

what is coughing n not being able to breathe called?

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Dyspnea.....: Shortness of breath is called dyspnea. Coughing associated with difficulty breathing can be due to a multitude of disorders including acute or chronic bronchitis, copd, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, bronchospasm, etc. Shortness of breath can be due to a life-threatening condition so see your doctor or go to the er for evaluation and treatment. If you smoke, your doc can help you quit.

Question 5

what is coughing up balls of clear stuff from lungs mean?

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Possibilities.....: Coughing up clear sputum has many possible etiologies. This could be from inflammation in the lungs related to asthma, copd, chronic bronchitis, etc. Since it is clear, infection is less likely. If you smoke, you need to quit to decrease inflammation in your lungs. You need to see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 6

what is barking cough? what causes it?

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Barking cough: A barking cough has been described as sounding like a barking seal. It may occur with Croup

Question 7

what is a cough assist machine used for?

Accepted Answer

Cough assist...: These types of machines are usually used for patients with excessive mucous, like cystic fibrosis or bronchiectasis patients. Also, patients with neuromuscular disorders. Most people have a normal cough reflex and do not need any help with coughing!

Question 8

m58, what is dry cough and why it is considered bad. ?

Accepted Answer

Dry cough: A dry cough is a cough that does not bring up sputum. Is it bad or not depending on the etiologies and how bad it affects your quality of life.

Question 9

what is a cough from mold like?

Accepted Answer

Cough: There is no specific cough type from exposure to mold. Patients can have coughs of varying degrees of intensity, and duration, if they are exposed to mold. Mold exposure can also worsen symptoms in people with asthma or other respiratory problems. A physical exam from a doctor would be needed to help determine reason for cough.

Question 10

what is some cough medicine that actually works?

Accepted Answer

Codeine: Codeine is a well known cough suppressant. You can also consider guafenesin, which will thin out the mucus.

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