The doctor explained why it is not necessary to “translate” a dry cough into a wet one

Cough is the body’s reaction to certain irritants, and its task is to remove certain elements that interfere with breathing from the respiratory tract. However, few people know which cough can go away on its own, and which one needs to be treated. Therapist Maria Timchenko on her page on the social network told the facts about the cough, which you need to finally accept

“It is normal for people to cough from time to time. Coughing is a defense mechanism that helps clear the airways of dust, mucus, and other foreign agents. It is not only a symptom of diseases of the respiratory system, but may be a consequence of: the reflux of gastric juice into the esophagus, with reflux disease of certain heart diseases, as well as a side effect of drugs, for example, some drugs to reduce pressure or treat glaucoma. Cough with SARS can last 2-3 weeks or more. This is the norm, and not a complication and not a chronization of the process. Coughing for more than a week is not an indication for antibiotics, as is yellow/green sputum. The only indication for prescribing antibiotics is a bacterial infection confirmed by a blood test..

According to the doctor, there is no need to “translate” a dry cough into a wet one.

“In most cases, a dry cough occurs when the throat becomes sore or mucus runs down the back of the throat from the nose. And taking mucolytic drugs increases mucus production in perfectly healthy bronchi. As a result, the problem was not resolved, but complications were received. With a dry cough, it is enough to buy your favorite sweets / lollipops / cocoa butter / dark chocolate / honey and do not forget to drink tea. And so, honey is evidence. Of course, a dry, bothersome cough is an indication for the prescription of antitussive drugs, which reduce the frequency of coughing, but do not make it wet. These drugs can only be recommended by a doctor. But a wet cough with a cold does not need treatment at all. The mucus goes away so well, why make extra movements. Antivirals, homeopathy, herbal remedies, immunomodulators, immunostimulants, vitamins have nothing to do with coughing at all..

Let us recall the point of view of pediatrician Maria Shemet-Ivanova about myths and the dangers of improper treatment: “Cough with infections is our friend.”