There are so many different types of coughs. Each type of cough is distinct and could help indicate what illness you have. Here we look at the major types of cough symptoms and some possible causes.
Is it a dry cough?
- It could be allergies.
- It may be a cold.
- Possibly the flu.
- It could be the beginning of bronchitis.
Is it a wet, productive cough?
- It could be pneumonia.
- Possibly bronchitis.
- It may be the flu.
Is it a wet, non-productive cough?
- Possibly bronchitis.
- It may be the flu.
- It could be a cold.
Is it a painful cough?
- It could be pneumonia.
- May be bronchitis.
Is the cough in a child and sounds like a seal bark?
- It may be croup.
Is it a chronic cough (lasting longer than 2-3 weeks)?
- Learn more about causes of chronic cough.
