Treatment for allergic cough typically involves antihistamines, inhaled corticosteroids, and bronchodilators, while avoiding allergens such as dust mites, pollen, and pet dander. Allergic cough is primarily triggered by allergens irritating the respiratory tract, and common symptoms include a persistent dry cough, worsening cough at night, and an itchy throat.
1. Antihistamines such as loratadine, cetirizine, and fexofenadine can effectively relieve the itchy throat and reduce cough in allergic cough.
2. Inhaled corticosteroids such as budesonide, fluticasone, and beclomethasone can significantly control respiratory inflammation and reduce coughing episodes.
3. Bronchodilators such as salmeterol, formoterol, and salbutamol can help relieve bronchospasm and improve breathing.
4. Avoid contact with common allergens such as dust mites, pollen and pet dander, use an air purifier, wash bedding regularly and keep the room well-ventilated.
Allergic cough has a variety of causes, including genetic factors, environmental factors, physiological factors, and trauma. Among genetic factors, a family history of allergies increases the risk. Environmental factors include air pollution, pollen, dust mites, and pet dander. Physiological factors, such as a weakened immune system, can easily trigger allergic cough after respiratory infections. Trauma, such as damage to the respiratory tract, can also lead to this condition.
To reduce the occurrence of allergic cough, the following measures are recommended: keep the indoor environment clean, wash bedding regularly, avoid using carpets and heavy curtains to reduce dust mite growth; use air purifiers to filter allergens in the air; wear masks when going out, especially during pollen season; strengthen immunity, maintain good living habits, exercise moderately, eat a balanced diet, and avoid excessive fatigue.
Treating allergic cough requires a comprehensive approach combining medication and lifestyle adjustments. Identifying and avoiding allergens is key to controlling and alleviating symptoms. Through scientific treatment and daily preventative measures, patients' quality of life can be significantly improved, and the frequency of allergic cough attacks can be reduced.