If you developed a dry cough a few years ago, you may have simply written it off as having a cold. But these days, it’s understandable to be on high alert for a slew of possible illnesses. Do you have ...

A single cough might seem harmless, but it can often tell a deeper story about your health. Whether it’s a dry tickle that lingers or a chesty hack that won’t quit, one cough can signal anything from ...

NEW YORK CITY -- When you suffer from allergies during the coronavirus pandemic, many people wonder about the symptoms they're experiencing. One symptom that's common to both is a cough. But an ...

A lingering cough, that dry, tickly cough, has been a persistent problem for people, Dr. Francis says. He is also seeing strep throat. He says, "We're still seeing some little groupings of strep in ...

Coughing is one of the most common—and uncomfortable—symptoms that comes around each spring, and too many of us are forced to play a familiar guessing game: Do I have allergies or a cold? But, a more ...

It’s exciting to watch flowers bloom as the weather turns warm, but those spring allergies can be a buzzkill. If you find yourself always sneezing and itching as the seasons turn, you may be dealing ...

A tickle in the chest may feel like fluttering or pressure. Many underlying factors can cause this symptom. Some, such as colds and seasonal allergies, may go away on their own. Others may require ...

Coughs will usually clear up on their own within three to four weeks, but persistent coughing can be irritating. There are a number of over-the-counter medicines that can help to ease the symptoms.

Tickling or fluttering in the chest can be a symptom of a number of health conditions, from heart- to lung- to stomach-related ones. While most causes aren’t serious, there are some circumstances ...

Several conditions may cause a dry cough in a child, including infections, allergies, and irritant exposure. Dry coughs may occur independently or with other symptoms, such as fever or fatigue.