Question 1

how does whiskey work as a cough suppresent?

Accepted Answer

It doesn't: It doesn't that's why it isn't recommended. It will warm the throat and loosen mucus because of the warming action of the whiskey itself but it might actually worsen the cough after the "shot." why not trial honey first?

Question 2

is tennesee honey whiskey good for a cough?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Will it help your cough?  Probably not.  Will it taste good and perhaps be soothing?  It might.

Question 3

child is coughing  forcefully, can, t stop, he is taking big gasps of air right before each cough?

Accepted Answer

Need seen: You need to see your doctor asap.Is he wheezing, having trouble breathing, short of breathe? Go to er.

Question 4

i am addicted to cough syrup named rexcof from past 3 year taking 3 big bottles in a day and now i decreased it to 3 small bottles and i want to quit.

Accepted Answer

Addiction: Ask your md to refer you to an addiction specialist... There are real answers and help out there - you don't have to go it alone.

Question 5

day 4 after a anterior partial fundoplication. can a large cough have undone the stitches . just one cough?

Accepted Answer

Wound healing: On day 4, there is usually scar tissue repair, but any tension or pulling around the edges of the wound may delay healing. A one time cough may have minimal affect, but observe closely for changes.

Question 6

was sittin in a room for 6hrs.fairly big room & a man about 5/6ft away had an awful cough & coughin facin other direction.can i catch a cold?pregnant!

Accepted Answer

Cough and cold: Greetings. Unfortunately, you are at risk to be exposed to a cold or flu virus from the cough you described In your situation. Since it was a la get room and the man was coughing in a different direction, the odds are lower but still present. After any concerning exposure, drink water and rinse your nose with a saline irrigation. This will help wash away virus molecules before infection sets in.

Question 7

this morning i coughed up a big chunky ball of phlegm filled with blood...i dont even have a cough at the moment and this isnt the first time??

Accepted Answer

Mgt: You should have chest imaging and please see a pulmonary specialist. They can order the sample for further analysis, including cytologies and fungal cultures.

Question 8

i also also hav hernia it is not big bt it pain when i lift heavy thing , cough or sneez, or in long toilet.. i don't want.surgeory how can i treat it.

Accepted Answer

Hernia Truss: Or simply a "hernia belt, " is a device that can be worn around the waist with cushions that will help keep the hernia from popping out, causing your symptoms. I wouldn't recommend using this unless determined to be ok by your general surgeon. The surgery to repair a hernia works well, so you should give it serious consideration.

Question 9

can i use ginger instead of dimenhydrinate to relieve nausea from drinking large amounts of cough syrup?

Accepted Answer

Neither: If you have potentially taken an overdose of a medication, you should not take any additional medications or herbs until you seek emergency health care.

Question 10

1 1/2year baby gets fever and cough often. his adenoid gland is slightly large. should it be removed. will it become normal as he grows older?

Accepted Answer

Should shrink, ENT: It is normal for the adenoids to enlarge in response to infectiion. If you are concerned, see and ENT for evaluation.

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Why do i cough after large amount of whisky

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How does whiskey work as a cough suppresent?

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Is tennesee honey whiskey good for a cough?

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Child is coughing forcefully, can, t stop, he is taking big gasps of air right before each cough?

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I am addicted to cough syrup named rexcof from past 3 year taking 3 big bottles in a day and now i decreased it to 3 small bottles and i want to quit.

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Day 4 after a anterior partial fundoplication. can a large cough have undone the stitches . just one cough?

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Was sittin in a room for 6hrs.fairly big room & a man about 5/6ft away had an awful cough & coughin facin other direction.can i catch a cold?pregnant!

A member asked:

This morning i coughed up a big chunky ball of phlegm filled with blood...i dont even have a cough at the moment and this isnt the first time??

A member asked:

I also also hav hernia it is not big bt it pain when i lift heavy thing , cough or sneez, or in long toilet.. i don't want.surgeory how can i treat it.

A member asked:

Can i use ginger instead of dimenhydrinate to relieve nausea from drinking large amounts of cough syrup?

A member asked:

1 1/2year baby gets fever and cough often. his adenoid gland is slightly large. should it be removed. will it become normal as he grows older?

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