Here are some ways to treat a cough.
If it's a dry cough, you can try taking a spoonful of honey. Honey can soothe the throat and relieve the tickling feeling that causes coughing. Drinking warm fluids like herbal tea (such as chamomile or peppermint tea) is also useful. The steam from the hot drink can moisten the airways and reduce irritation.
If it's a cough with phlegm, you need to help the body expel the phlegm. You can gently pat the back and chest to loosen the phlegm. Drinking plenty of water is important as it can thin the phlegm and make it easier to cough up. In some cases, over - the - counter cough medicines that contain expectorants can be used to help get rid of the phlegm.
If the cough persists for a long time or is accompanied by other symptoms such as a fever or difficulty breathing, it's advisable to see a doctor.
