constant coughing in children
Common Types of Childhood Coughs
Coughing is one of the most common forms of childhood ailments; however, constant coughing is not normal, and it should be diagnosed and treated by a medical professional. One of the most common types of childhood coughs is the “barky” cough. It is generally caused by swelling in the upper part of the respiratory... »
Causes of Constant Coughing: The Whooping Cough
One of the most prominent symptoms of whooping cough is a pronounced, constant coughing. Whooping cough is also known as pertussis. It most commonly affects infants and children who are under five years of age. The disease begins with cold like symptoms, and the symptoms become more prominent, severe, and spasmodic after several days.... »
Treating Constant Coughing in Children – Without the Medication!
Coughing is a natural reflex of the human body that is used to dispel and remove mucus and other irritants from the body. For young children especially, constant coughing can prevent them from obtaining a restful night’s sleep. Without a proper night’s sleep, a young child’s symptoms can become aggravated. For parents who wish... »
Dealing with Constant coughing in Children
As parents, the last thing we want to do is watch our children suffer. It is difficult to sit by and watch them as they experience pain and hurt – it is a very helpless feeling. This is even doubly so when there is nothing that we can do to “fix” their problem. Our... »
Use Honey for your Childs Constant Coughing
Use Honey for your Child’s Constant Coughing A small dose of honey was found to be more effective in cutting both the severity and the frequency of night-time coughing than a widely-used cough suppressant. Honey also gave children – and their parents – a better night’s sleep, the researchers discovered, while Dextromethorphan (DM) which... »