- female
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really concerned because I had tympanoplasty surgery 20 days ago, and my doctor has strictly advised me not to cough for 2 months. It's really hard to avoid coughing completely. I've been trying everythinglike taking steam, drinking turmeric water or milk, gargling with salt water, only drinking hot water, and staying away from cold foods. But I'm still coughing a bit and it's stressing me out. Is there anything else I can try to help with this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Persistent throat pain and hiccups can be concerning. Consider:
Immediate Action
- Revisit your doctor: Inform your new ENT doctor about the hiccups and discuss possible connections to the medication.
- Adjust medication: Your doctor may prescribe alternative medications or adjust the dosage to alleviate hiccups.
Hiccup Relief
- Breathe deeply: Hold your breath for 10 seconds, then exhale slowly.
- Gargle: Gargle with water to stimulate your vagus nerve.
- Apply pressure: Press your fingers into your diaphragm to help stop hiccups.
Monitoring
- Track hiccups: Record frequency, duration, and any potential triggers.
- Seek immediate attention: If you experience difficulty breathing, severe abdominal pain, or persistent hiccups lasting more than 3 hours.
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Ent Specialist
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