What should I do if I keep coughing? Popular topics and solutions on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, coughing has become one of the hotly debated health topics on the Internet, especially with the seasonal changes and the high incidence of influenza. Many netizens have asked for help on social platforms "What to do if I keep coughing." This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, organize structured data and practical suggestions to help you scientifically deal with cough problems.
1. Statistics of hot search topics related to cough in the past 10 days
| Ranking | Hot search keywords | heat index | Main discussion content |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Be alert if you have a cough for more than two weeks | 320 million | Long-term cough may indicate pneumonia/allergy |
| 2 | Dietary remedies for cough relief | 180 million | Rock sugar snow pear, honey water and other folk remedies |
| 3 | Causes of worsening cough at night | 150 million | Postural changes and gastroesophageal reflux |
| 4 | Cough persists after COVID-19 | 130 million | Airway hyperresponsiveness after viral infection |
2. Cough types and corresponding measures
| Cough type | feature | Suggested handling |
|---|---|---|
| dry cough | No phlegm/itchy throat | Throat lozenges + antihistamines (in case of allergies) |
| Wet cough | Phlegm/chest tightness | Expectorants + patting on the back to expel phlegm |
| Cough at night | Aggravated by lying down | Boost pillow + suppress gastric acid |
| spasmodic cough | Paroxysmal severe cough | Seek medical advice to rule out whooping cough/asthma |
3. 5 cough tips recommended by doctors
1.Environmental adjustment:Keep the indoor humidity at 50%-60% and ventilate twice a day to avoid direct stimulation by cold air.
2.Dietary taboos:Avoid spicy and fried foods; reduce dairy intake during coughing (may increase sputum viscosity).
3.Effective phlegm elimination:Use the "three-step expectoration method": ① Take 5 deep breaths ② Hold your breath for 2 seconds ③ Cough 2-3 times.
4.Acupressure:Press the Tiantu point (center of the suprasternal fossa) and Liequ point (radial side of the wrist) for 1-2 minutes each time.
5.Medication options:Dextromethorphan is suitable for dry cough, and guaifenesin is suitable for cough with phlegm. It must be used according to the doctor's advice.
4. Warning symptoms that require immediate medical attention
| Symptoms | possible causes |
|---|---|
| Coughing up blood/rust-colored sputum | Tuberculosis, pneumonia |
| Difficulty breathing with wheezing | acute asthma attack |
| Sudden weight loss + night sweats | Tumor may |
| Fever persists for more than 3 days | bacterial infection |
5. Top 3 effective methods for relieving coughs tested by netizens
According to voting data on Weibo, Xiaohongshu and other platforms:
1.Honey Ginger Tea:5ml of fresh ginger juice + 10ml of honey + 200ml of warm water, once in the morning and evening (support rate 78%)
2.Steam inhalation method:45℃ hot water + 2 drops of peppermint essential oil, cover the head with a towel and inhale for 10 minutes (support rate 65%)
3.Back slap:Family members assist in patting the back from bottom to top with hollow palms for 5 minutes each time (52% support rate)
Reminder: This article is for reference only. If the cough persists or worsens, please go to the respiratory medicine department in time to complete chest X-ray/pulmonary function and other examinations.
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