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How do you treat coughing fits?

How do you treat coughing fits?

Coughing is the body's natural way of clearing your airways. But sometimes coughing fits very inconvenient. With these tips you can get rid of your coughing fit.

1. Drink

drink enough; if you keep your throat and airways moist, any mucus will become less viscous.

2. Steam

steam with hot water; this also keeps the airways moist.

Read also: "How long does a cold last?"

3. Triggers

Avoid air conditioning, stress and smoking; they can make coughing fits worse. A warm honey-lemon drink can soothe the throat.

4. Paper tissues

Prevent re-infection by using paper tissues instead of fabrics when you have a cold.

Still having coughing fits?

See a doctor if the cough does not subside after a week, or if you are coughing up greenish-yellow mucus or blood.