- Female
- 27 Years
- 23/01/2025
I've had this really bad cough for a week now, and it's not going away even after seeing an ENT. There's a lot of phlegm with it, and I've also got a cold. What could be going on? Should I be doing something different, or is there anything else I can try to feel better?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Drink plenty of water,eat soft foods like cooked cereal, mashed potatoes, soft fruits, yogurt and soft-cooked eggs...give adequate rest to your body..Avoid spicy foods or acidic foods. Gargle with warm salt water. gargling several times a day can help relieve throat pain....you will require antibiotics to clear up infection..if no improvements consult your doctor for fallow up
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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