Cough
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If you have a cough
If you ever get a bout of coughing like Tony, the important thing to do is to stay calm, take a deep breath and swallow saliva. Then, drink some water that’s not cold and, if possible, have a hot drink with a spoonful of honey.
Remember that:
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1. A dry cough that tickles your throat can be alleviated with cough pastilles or cough drops. Sometimes it may be a good idea to ease it with some cough syrup, especially at night. |
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2. In the case of the productive cough, there are cough syrups that will help to loosen up the mucus. |
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3. A steam shower may help to combat a dry cough, as it increases the humidity of the air. |
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4. Drinking a lot of liquids will help to dilute the mucus and make your cough more productive. |
One of the main problems with coughs is that they are an easy way of spreading disease. However, here’s some advice on how to get round that:
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1. Cover your mouth and nose with a hanky when you cough. You can then throw it away in the rubbish after use (if it’s a paper one, of course). |
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2. If you don’t have a hanky, cover your mouth and nose with your arm. Don’t use your hands because afterwards you might touch things that other people may have to use. |
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3. Wash your hands after coughing or sneezing; you can use soap and water. |
