Chronic Cough

[Rob17]

I have had a chronic cough for over two years.  I have no other cold symtoms.  I can feel congestion building in my chest and I cough to release it.  An immunologist diagnosed me with asthma and prescribed Advair and something to release the chest congestion, Guaifenex.  I understand that I will be taking the Advair for the indefinite future, however when I stop taking the Guaifenex for even a day or two my chest congestion returns.  I've been taking it for four months now.  I've had a chest xray and everything else has been ruled out like bronchitis.  My doctor is out of answers.  Any help?

[john4321]

want to try ayurvedic formula? it has some mild peppers in it , great for controlling phelgm , i have chronic bronchitis and i suffered like hell so you have to believe me! email me amtx2003 at yahoo.com , i am sure it will help you! worth a shot really

[john4321]

have you seen this website asthmastory.com

my asthma was out of control and azithromycin therapy as mentioned on that website finally gave me relief!

the ayurvedic formula is called BREATHE EC from http://mall.coimbatore.com/bnh/pankaja/pankajakasthuri.html

You have to give this a try!

[john4321]

this book also helped me

http://www.amazon.com/Breathing-Free-Revolutionary-Bronchitis-Respiratory/dp/0609604244

Breathing Free: The Revolutionary 5-Day Program to Heal Asthma, Emphysema, Bronchitis, and Other Respiratory Ailments (Hardcover)

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I've written a book about asthma; thought I knew everything. And then I bought this book. Started the five day program with great cynicism. Let me say I've not had a day free from symptoms from a case diagnosed as "moderately severe" asthma for five years. After doing the program, stringently, and following the guidelines (except for the diet -- I only cut out milk products) -- I have no post-nasal drip; don't feel as if I'm drowning; sleep magnificently; have no shortness of breath, or tightness in my chest, and have more energy. I started to experience positive results the first day. Frankly, I don't feel I "have" asthma anymore, though I do take inhaled corticosteroids, at a very reduced rate. If you are disciplined, and if you're willing to invest time, read this book. It's the better of the two books available on this method. I listened to music or read in the intervals between doing the controlled pause -- a technique that's taught. The best investment in a self-help book I've ever made.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you?  (Report this)




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*The* premier introduction to the Buteyko method!, August 2, 1999
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This book has allowed me to get off of all medication. The concepts are deceptively simple and laid out so they are very easy to follow, cookbook style.

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[Sunny602]

I take Mucinex, which is essentially the same as Guiafenex and find it helps with the congestion, it breaks up the mucous.  Did your doc diagnose any allergies in you as well? That might explain that congestion and constant inflammation. If he hasn't suggested it, that might be a good idea so that you can get tested and get the appropriate treatment such as antihistamines, anti-leukotrienes(Singulair), steroids etc...I hope you find answers soon...Sunny