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.

You may commonly notice a wet or dry cough in kids. Coughing is a defensive response that clears the airways of irritants, germs, and foreign particles. While wet cough is associated with mucus ...

However, some cough drops or lozenges formulated for children may provide temporary relief and soothe a dry throat. Practice good hand hygiene: Encourage good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of ...

There are many reasons why a person may have a cough but no fever. Learn more about the potential causes in adults and children and the treatment options.

Children with PCD present with a chronic productive cough and recurrent pneumonias, and nearly all patients will have rhinosinusitis. About 60% of patients will develop respiratory symptoms such ...

A fever is rare and muscle aches and tiredness don’t happen with a cold. A headache is also common with flu and COVID-19, but it’s not typical with a cold. A dry cough is more common with ...

A wet cough, also known as a productive cough, is any cough that produces mucus. It is often a sign of a bacterial or viral infection. Not all treatments are suitable for children, so it is best ...

Strategies in Influenza Management: A 6-Year-Old Child With Fever and Cough This activity is supported by an educational grant from Genentech, a member of the Roche Group. 0.50 CME ...