United Kingdom (Great Britain)
A 42-year-old male asked:
hi, i have a cough, it's not to bad during the day, however at night i can't seem to stop! help please ?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Anthony Rooklin answered
Allergy and Immunology 49 years experience
Sinusitis: Depending on when the cough starts at night it may be that you have a sinus infection. When you lay down the sinuses begin to drain and will trigger a cough because of the post-nasal drip that occurs. If the symptom has been going on for more that 7 to 10 days you should see you doctor.
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Dr. Pouya Shafipour commented
Family Medicine 23 years experience
I agree with Dr. Rooklin. Also suggest trying over the counter anti-histamines like Bendadryl or Zyrtec that might help reduce the post-nasal drip, especially if it's from a viral infection or allergies.
Jan 7, 2013
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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Cough during day but not at night, what could be the problem?
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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered
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A 42-year-old female asked about a 3-year-old male:
What would cause him to cough only at night and not during the day?
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Dr. Sudeshan Govender answered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Nocturnal cough: Nocturnal cough seen in:
- post nasal drip of URTI or allergic rhinitis
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