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Common Causes Behind Chronic Coughs
So, you’ve come down with a cough. We’ve all been there. It’s bad enough to interrupt a meeting with one loud, uncontrollable cough, but a cough that lingers for weeks on end can feel like torture. Your pockets become full of cough drop wrappers and your friends insist tea with lemon and honey is the answer, but nothing seems to work. Here are a couple reasons why you might be suffering from a chronic cough. New Medication Certain drugs have been known to induce chronic coughing. Patients with hypertension (high blood pressure) often suffer a chronic cough after being prescribed angiotensin covering enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. If your cough began shortly after you started a new prescription, talk to your doctor about the known side effects of your medication. Acid Reflux Disease Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also called acid reflux or GERD, occurs when stomach acid get trapped inside the throat. This acid can damage the
lining of the throat and lead to a persistent cough. In this situation, the best way to stop your cough is by addressing the cause of your GERD. Nasal Allergies Seasonal or environmental allergens often cause watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose, which can lead to a medical occurrence called post-nasal drip. This is when a buildup of mucus trickles down from the nose into the throat and lungs. This constant drip can irritate the soft tissue of your throat and lungs and lead to chronic coughing. Schedule an appointment at Texan ENT to learn your options for dealing with allergies all year long. There are a number of medical conditions and lifestyle habits that may be contributing to your cough. Discover other reasons you have that lingering cough and what to do about them on our blog at TexanENT.com/reasons-why-that-cough- is-still-lingering . And remember, if your cough has lingered for longer than six weeks, seek medical attention immediately. It could be a sign of a more serious ailment.
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Watermelon Cucumber Skewers
Inspired by CookingLight.com
Skewers are a Fourth of July favorite, but these are not your classic kebabs. They’re a fresh, light, and fun way to start a barbecue. Oh, and they don’t require any actual cooking.
Ingredients
• 1 medium-sized watermelon, cubed • 2 cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch rounds • 1 block feta cheese, cubed
• 1 bunch fresh mint leaves • Salt, to taste
Equipment
• 1 packet of bamboo skewers
Directions
1. Assemble skewers by placing one watermelon cube, one cucumber round, one feta cube, and one mint leaf on skewer in that order. Repeat until skewer is full. 2. Lightly season with salt and chill in fridge until right before serving.
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