Coughing more at night may be caused by allergic cough, bronchitis, nasal diseases, or digestive, cardiovascular, or respiratory diseases. It is recommended to improve the sleeping position, improve the sleeping environment, and give antihistamine, anti-infection and cough suppressant drugs if necessary, which can help to relieve the symptoms.
1. Allergic cough: Cough symptoms worsen at night due to intake of irritating, allergy-inducing food or allergy to certain indoor items. It is recommended to find and get rid of the allergens. Taking warm water in moderation and opening windows for ventilation can improve the dryness of the environment. If necessary, give loratadine and cetirizine to help relieve symptoms.
2. Bronchitis: Increased secretions from bronchitis can cause irritation to the throat and can also lead to coughing. It is recommended to change the sleeping position, if necessary, give cephalosporin, levofloxacin, pentoxifylline and other drugs to stop coughing treatment.
3. Nasal diseases: Nasal diseases lead to increased nasal discharge, nasal discharge can cause cough. You can elevate your head and sit up, which can help relieve coughing.
In addition to this, digestive diseases such as gastroesophageal reflux, cardiovascular diseases such as acute left heart failure, respiratory diseases, such as pneumonia, tumors, tuberculosis, can also lead to cough at night. It is recommended to go to the hospital for timely examination and treatment for the primary disease.
If you have a strong cough at night, it is recommended to go to the hospital to clarify the cause of the cough and give appropriate medication under the doctor’s guidance.