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Year lasting cough
OK so I'm Zachary Smith, 14
And I've been coughing up phlegm ever since I was 7, I end up having to do it at the most inconvenient times, The worst part about it is, if I don't cough any up after a long time it shows in my voice, like i have something stuck in my throat, then I cough violently...
Any advice on how to get rid of it? I can't cope with having to spit in a bucket before I go to sleep much longer...
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I coughed for years. I did castor oil packs for 3 nights. It got rid of all the old stuff in me and really changed my life. Good luck.
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2 ReactionsFirst, have talked to your Doctor? I say this only because it's impossible for a medical person to diagnose w/o seeing you in person. What color is the phlegm, does it change, ect. If your Doctor can't solve the problem ask to be referred to a specialist.
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2 ReactionsIt's always yellow, never really changes in thickness, and no I haven't contacted my doctor about it yet
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1 Reactionzackisgreat34- Welcome to Mayo Connect. I have been reading your posts and wonder, if you have complained to your folks about this. I'm glad that you found us to complain and look for help. I have to tell you that posting on here has age restrictions. Let me let you read the guidelines:
the Terms of Use state:
"You acknowledge that you are 13 years of age or older, and, if under the age of 18, are using this web site under the supervision of a parent, legal guardian, or other responsible adult. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed to visit or otherwise use our Site."
Since you are under the age of eighteen when you are on here one of your parents have to be with you as well.
It's very mature to reach out for help when you aren't feeling well. However no one on Connect can prescribe or tell you what to take or do. We aren't doctors or practicing any type of medicine.
What I suggest is that you tell your folks that you would like to go to the doctors, if they haven't already suggested it, to get help with your cough.
Please don't forget to have one of your parents on here with you. My best to you. Please do seek help with your cough!
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1 Reaction@zackisgreat34 Zack, one thing it could be is what is called silent reflux also known as lpr: Laryngopharyngeal reflux. It is treatable, so please talk with your parents. You may need to start with your family doctor and then see specialist such as a gastroenterologist (stomach doctor). Best of luck and my prayers.
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3 ReactionsWhat are castor oil packs? I've never heard of them. I've been coughing for over 10 years and I'm at my wits end!
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1 Reaction@maineguy- Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. It doesn't take a lot of words for e to see that you are pretty fed up with your cough. I hope that you have the time to read these posts.
I had to look this up so that I could answer this question. "Castor oil packs are made by soaking a piece of flannel in castor oil and placing it on the skin. The flannel is covered with a sheet of plastic, and then a hot water bottle is placed over the plastic to heat the pack. A castor oils packs typically placed on the following body regions: The right side of the abdomen" Verywell heath.Nov 20, 2019. People use this against a number of ailments, including skin conditions, blood circulation problems, and digestive upsets. It is a holistic health approach.
What doctors have you been to? Have you you've tried any treatments? What tests have you had done?
Hey this is a helpful comment! I did my first castor oil pack tonight. Weird question, but did you experience the phlegm being in your mouth when you would do it at night? I think I experienced a detox of mucus but idk.