Why do I wake up every morning with a runny nose and coughing?
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Why do I wake up every morning with a runny nose and coughing?
If you wake up with a stuffy nose and you don’t have a cold or the flu, you may be dealing with allergic or non-allergic rhinitis. Your nasal congestion could be caused by dust mites, seasonal allergies, pet dander, reflux disease, hormonal changes, or chemicals in your environment like secondhand smoke.
What is the reason for early morning cough?
A morning cough is a common symptom with many potential causes, most of which are relatively mild. Heartburn from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), bronchitis, postnasal drip, or asthma can all cause a morning cough.
How do you stop a runny nose in the morning?
Typically, the best treatment for a runny nose includes:
- Rest.
- Drink plenty of fluids, especially water.
- Use a saline nasal spray to help relieve symptoms.
- A cool-mist humidifier at your bedside can combat congestion worsened by dry winter air.
How do I stop sneezing and runny nose in the morning?
Here, we’ll teach you all the tricks:
- Learn your triggers. Identify the cause of your sneezing so that you can treat it accordingly.
- Treat your allergies.
- Protect yourself from environmental hazards.
- Don’t look into the light.
- Don’t eat too much.
- Say ‘pickles’
- Blow your nose.
- Pinch your nose.
How do you get rid of morning allergies?
Put a dust mite-proof cover over your mattress and pillow. Take an antihistamine nightly before going to sleep. Dust hard surfaces at least once a week, and keep your bedroom clutter-free to reduce dust accumulation. Vacuum your carpet at least once a week using a vacuum with a HEPA filer.
Why do I have a cough with no other symptoms?
Dozens of conditions can cause a recurrent, lingering cough, but the lion’s share are caused by just five: postnasal drip, asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), chronic bronchitis, and treatment with ACE inhibitors, used for high blood pressure.