Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: July 7, 2016, 2:47 PM
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Most of us are not aware of the triggers of an allergic response or what can worsen an infection leading to chronic cough. And here are some interesting every day things that you never thought could be the cause of a cough. With inputs from Dr Ratan Kumar Vaish, Aastha Multi-Specialty Clinic.
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Cigarettes: All of us know that smokers are at a high risk of suffering from respiratory illnesses due to constant exposure to smoke. However, smoking can put you at risk of chronic cough and aggravate your lung condition.
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Tobacco: Did you know that even eating surti can cause chronic cough? Known as dried tobacco leaves or smokeless tobacco, surti is rubbed in the palm before placing in under the tongue.
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Antihypertensive medications: Not many people are aware of the fact certain medications used to deal with blood pressure like AACE inhibitors can lead to chronic cough. Hence, check with your doctor before you start using these medications.
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Inhalers: Yes, inhalers which are commonly used to deal with asthma can cause chronic cough if not used properly. Moreover, even the dry powder medications prescribed for respiratory diseases can make you cough.
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Traditionally, most Indian housing is bound to light aromatic, scented agarbattis with a firm consideration and belief that lighting them will bring good fortune and positivity to one’s place. However, apart from traditional purposes, the modern world uses aroma as a therapy named Aromatherapy. After digging deep, lighting agarbattis proved to be a boon as they trigger specific reactions and responses after being lighted up. These responses resulted in promoting surprising health benefits. Bharat Bansal, Co-Founder, Nirmalaya, mention below some of the top health benefits one can experience without having any idea that agarbattis fragrances can be put off to some good at the same time apart from having known only for their religious, aesthetic, and practical purposes.
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Old books: If you are an avid reader and your shelves are packed with old books, then you might end up coughing more often than not. This could be due to the presence of dust and pollutants in the books.
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Sofa/bed: One of the known triggers of allergic reaction is upholstered couch or a dirty bedsheet. The reason being, these things are not cleaned properly from time to time, leading to increase in moisture content and can trigger a cough and other symptoms of allergy.
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A/C: You will be surprised to know that even air conditioner can cause chronic cough. This is due to the sudden changes in the temperature from high to low. Hence, always know your allergy trigger beforehand to prevent coughing.
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Everyday essentials: Right from heavy curtains to stored woollen clothes, these everyday essentials can also trigger an allergic response due to fungus, which gets active, especially during monsoon or winter.
