I have a cough for 2 weeks. it started normal but the last week it's dry and very strong. so strong that my throat hurts & i have problems to swallow ?

See a doctor: you need to see a doctor , you can OTC. Medicine like mucinex Dm, and take allergy medicine like Zyrtec during the day and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night. Take cough medicine like robitussin, or similar products.hydrate yourself very well drink hot tea with lemon and honey few time a day , and a full table spoon of local honey from a local farmers .you might need to see a DOC in case of fever, for antibiotics.

Progressive cough: A two week history of cough, especially one that is progressive as your warrents further evaluation. Could be acute sinusitis, walking pneumonia, allergy, or other cause. Please see your primary doc for an exam and treatment. Perhaps we will have an integration on Healthtap soon which will help us listen to your lungs? It is possible, but not yet available for us!