If you smoke, have allergies or take blood pressure medication and suffer from a chronic cough, it may be more than just a coincidence. Symptoms of a chronic cough, one lasting more than three weeks, are: coughing up phlegm or blood; running a high temperature; being often drenched in sweat or losing weight .
Postnasal drip accompanying allergies is one possible cause of a chronic cough. Medical experts at the American Academy of Family Physicians suggest either avoiding the pollen, smoke and dust causing the allergy to flare up, or trying a combination of antihistamines and decongestants suggested by a doctor.
ACE inhibitors, Beta blockers and other medications for high blood pressure, migraine or glaucoma may be the cause of a chronic cough. Ask your doctor about the possibility of your medication causing the cough and suggested alternatives.
Those who suffer from asthma or acid reflux may also be experiencing a chronic cough and should check with their doctors about ways to eliminate the coughing.
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