What happens if allergies are left untreated?
Unchecked allergies can eventually lead to inflammation and infection. Things like ear infections and sinus infections can start to occur more frequently, which can then lead to even more serious problems like asthma or structural sinus issues that will require surgical intervention.
Why do I sneeze and cough when I eat?
In the upper respiratory tract, particularly the nasal cavity, rhinitis (runny nose), nasal congestion, sneezing or post nasal drip may be reported.
Is it normal to have a cough after eating?
The respiratory tract and digestive tract share a common passage, namely the throat (pharynx), and it is not uncommon for symptoms associated with one tract to manifest in another. Coughing after eating is one such example as the cough reflex is usually only associated with respiratory tract conditions.
Why is it important to cover your cough and sneezes?
Coughing and Sneezing Covering coughs and sneezes and keeping hands clean can help prevent the spread of serious respiratory illnesses like influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), whooping cough, and COVID-19. Germs can be easily spread by: Coughing, sneezing, or talking
Why do I have a persistent cough after smoking?
Other Common Causes Smoking. Unfortunately, it is often difficult to distinguish a “smoker’s cough” from a cough due to other conditions such as lung cancer. Infection. One fairly common cause of a persistent cough is the lingering cough of whooping cough (pertussis).
In the upper respiratory tract, particularly the nasal cavity, rhinitis (runny nose), nasal congestion, sneezing or post nasal drip may be reported.
The respiratory tract and digestive tract share a common passage, namely the throat (pharynx), and it is not uncommon for symptoms associated with one tract to manifest in another. Coughing after eating is one such example as the cough reflex is usually only associated with respiratory tract conditions.
What to do if you have a cough and sneeze?
The primary treatment is simply avoiding the things that trigger your symptoms. It is often treated with a drying nasal spray (like Atrovent) and antihistamines like chlorpheniramine and loratadine are effective. Nasal decongestant drops too relieve congestion. Please consult your primary care physician for further evaluation. Regards.
What happens if you cough and choke on food?
There is always a risk of choking as food may enter the airways when a person inhales deeply to cough. This can lead to complications like aspiration pneumonia where the lung becomes inflamed as a result of food and digestive secretions.
