What are the common allergens for allergic cough?

Written by Xu Peng
Pulmonology
Updated on October 28, 2024
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Common allergens for allergic cough include pollen, dust, dust mites, and seafood. If a patient is allergic to these allergens, they should avoid contact with them as much as possible. It is important to strengthen the body through regular exercise and a balance of work and rest. Increase nutrition and eat more high-quality, high-protein foods to enhance the body's resistance. Additionally, keep warm and avoid catching cold, especially during the winter and spring seasons when temperature differences between morning and evening are significant, and adjust clothing accordingly. Change unhealthy lifestyle habits: do not smoke, do not drink alcohol, do not stay up late, and avoid the dangers of secondhand smoke to protect lung function.

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What are the allergens for allergic cough?

Allergic cough can be triggered by many allergens. For example, during pollen allergy seasons, one may react to pollen, and it is also possible to react to dust mites, dust, animal dander, paint, feed, and foods that may include allergens like seafood, eggs, and milk. Cold air can also trigger reactions in patients with allergic cough. When individuals with allergic cough come into contact with the aforementioned allergens, it may enhance the reactivity of their airways, causing persistent spasmodic contraction. As a result, patients may experience persistent, irritating dry coughs. In such cases, it is advised to promptly remove oneself from exposure to the allergens and take antihistamines orally, such as loratadine. It is also advisable to avoid contact with these allergens routinely to prevent the onset of allergic cough. (Please follow the doctor's prescription when using medications.)