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Understanding whether you have a dry cough or a wet (productive) cough helps you choose the right treatment and recover faster.
🤧 Dry Cough (Non-Productive Cough)
Common Symptoms:
- Scratchy or irritated throat
- No mucus or phlegm while coughing
- Usually worse at night
- Tickling sensation in throat
- May follow viral infection, allergy, pollution, or throat dryness
Natural Remedies & Care Tips:
- Honey + ginger juice (twice daily)
- Tulsi (holy basil), black pepper & ginger herbal decoction
- Warm salt-water gargles
- Steam inhalation to soothe throat
- Drink warm fluids frequently
- Avoid cold, oily and fried foods
- Use a humidifier to reduce throat dryness
👉 Goal: Calm and soothe the throat irritation
😮💨 Wet Cough (Productive Cough)
Common Symptoms:
- Cough with mucus or phlegm
- Heavy chest feeling
- Difficulty breathing or congestion
- Throat clearing frequently
- Often caused by infection, cold, bronchitis or sinus drainage
Natural Remedies & Care Tips:
- Vasaka (Malabar nut), tulsi & licorice herbal decoction
- Warm turmeric water
- Turmeric milk at night
- Steam inhalation to loosen mucus
- Stay hydrated to thin phlegm
- Avoid curd, cold drinks and ice-cream
👉 Goal: Loosen and expel mucus from the respiratory tract
Key Difference
- Dry cough: Soothe and moisturise the throat
- Wet cough: Remove mucus and clear congestion
When to See a Doctor
Seek medical advice if:
- Cough lasts more than 10–14 days
- High fever, wheezing or chest pain occurs
- Blood in mucus appears
- You have asthma, COPD, or heart condition
Disclaimer
This article provides general health information and traditional home remedies for awareness purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any treatment, especially for children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, or people with chronic medical conditions.
