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Can rum mixed with black tea cure a cough?

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Not a good idea: Try honey and warm water.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No...: A cough can only be treated once the etiology of the cough is known. See your doctor so that your cough can be diagnosed and the correct, effective treatment rendered. Treating a cough yourself can be harmful and serious disease may not be diagnosed unless you see your doctor!

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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