Chronic Post-Viral Cough
Public Health Aisha•Gender: Female•Age: 44 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 3 months
Presenting Complaints & History
- Dry, hacking cough triggered by talking or changing rooms
- A tickling sensation in the throat causing coughing fits
- Headache and chest wall soreness from coughing
- disturbed sleep due to nighttime coughing fits
Clinical Assessment
Developed a persistent cough after a viral upper respiratory infection. Used multiple antihistamines and inhalers with minimal relief.
Diagnostic Investigations: Chest X-ray normal; pulmonary function tests showed mild airway hypersensitivity.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Focus on desensitizing the airway mucosa, reducing throat irritation, and stopping coughing spasms.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Rumex Crispus and Spongia Tosta
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Avoiding dry air, using warm steam inhalations, drinking warm fluids, and using honey-lime mixtures.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 3 months- Complete resolution of dry hacking post-viral cough
- No tickling sensation in the throat or coughing fits
- Resolved chest wall soreness and headaches
- Restored peaceful sleep without nighttime coughing
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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